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What Are the Dos and Don’ts of Workers’ Compensation Claims?

If you’ve sustained a workplace injury, it’s important that you fully understand your legal rights and obligations to receive all of the benefits you’re entitled to. Some of the steps you ought to take include consulting a lawyer about obtaining workers’ compensation in San Jose. You should also report your injury within 30 days, follow your doctor’s instructions, and save all records pertaining to your injury, its treatment, and related costs. One common mistake you should avoid making is to neglect to fill out the claim completely and accurately.

About the Author

Gerald Scher, Attorney at Law

Gerald “Jerry” Scher is a San Jose personal injury attorney with over 30 years of experience. A graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law, he has secured settlements from $5,000 to $1.5 million in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Jerry is a member of the American Bar Association and Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association.