Ep.94 What Every Firefighter Should Know About Workers' Comp?

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Episode #94 is all about Firefighters. Host Carmen Ramirez and Attorney Shane McKay from Pacific Workers explore the intricacies of the California's workers' compensation system, with a special focus on firefighters. 

Learn about the common injuries firefighters face, such as PTSD, knee injuries, and the legal rights and benefits available to firefighters. Shane shares his journey from being on the criminal defense to aiding injured workers and offers invaluable advice.  

· Navigating the claims process 
· Understanding presumptions for conditions like cancer 
· Overcoming obstacles to gain proper compensation.  
· Temporary Disability 
· Wage Replacement 
· Settlements 
· Union Support 

Don’t miss out on this conversation jammed packed with tips and insights designed to help firefighters maximize their injury claims and ensure fair treatment. Connect with us through comments, questions and subscribe for more valuable content. 

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🎥 Chapters-  
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:27 Shane McKay's Career Journey
01:49 Challenges in Workers' Compensation
05:01 Focus on Firefighters
06:06 Common Injuries and Legal Protections
14:04 Navigating the Workers' Comp System
15:53 Navigating Authorization Delays
16:16 Documenting Work-Related Conditions
16:56 Understanding Presumptions in Workers' Compensation
19:21 Tips for Firefighters on Claiming Benefits
21:03 Salary Continuation and Wage Replacement
24:52 Settlement Processes in Workers' Compensation
28:55 Avoiding Double Dipping in Benefits
31:47 The Value of Legal Representation
34:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

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