Settlement in CA Workers" Compensation Cases

Watch this video Settlement Options in CA Workers' Comp. Cases. https://youtu.be/6KkCkBQEIYU?si=cpFNKEj06SADPAAr

If this video does not work on your computer, you can use the CA WC Injured Worker Guidebook:

https://www.dir.ca.gov/InjuredWorkerGuidebook/InjuredWorkerGuidebook.pdf

1. What are the two options for settlement of Workers' Compensation cases in CA?

Discuss each one in detail each and cite the CA Labor Code section.

2. What are the pros of each one? Discuss in detail.

Discuss the pros of the two options separately.

3. What are the cons of each one? Discuss in detail.

Discuss the cons of the two options separately.

4. What is the advantage of settlement over going to trial?

Discuss in detail.

5. Attach a copy of the C and R form and the Stipulation form in CA (2 different forms). You do not have to fill these out; just attach them.

This must be at least one page x2 spaced. Each question is worth 20 points/total 100 points. Failure to cite the CA Labor Code sections and papers less than one page will result in a deduction of points.