TESTIMONIALS
Hear what Our Clients Have to Say
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"I can actually say I am looking forward to working with them."Her patience in explaining my situation with my case was comforting. No one really explained it in a way I could ever understand. She gave me a sense of hope that I may actually get the help needed under her watch.- Nakia D.
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"They restored my dignity."This law firm accepted my bogged down nine-year-old Worker's Compensation case from another law office. In less than 12 months, I was awarded a just compensation package. Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld not only fought and won my case, but they restored my dignity.- Former Client
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"They are amazing."I love Ghitterman Ghitterman & Feld. They are amazing, and the case workers are amazing. They understand and hear me in every aspect of my situation, thank you so much.- Maria G.
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"I honestly could not have done it without them."This is the second time I have used Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld for different types of cases. This is the second time I have received a settlement. I am very grateful for the team. Everyone involved is kind and amazing. I honestly could not have done it without them. I highly recommend!- Former Client
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"When I needed an attorney, I chose Ghitterman Ghitterman & Feld."I am a (former) Workers' Compensation Claims Adjuster, so I know when an attorney is representing their client well. Being injured on the job has given me a keen appreciation of having a smart, compassionate, and proactive attorney in my corner.- Samuel L.
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"You made me feel comfortable, welcomed, cared for, and accepted in an uncertain time."ou are what I was waiting for. With you, I feel like we are a team. We will win this case together, and I’m certain about it because of you.- Nestor S.
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"Made me feel like I mattered."Candi made me feel like I mattered. She was very nice and helpful. She made everything so easy, which took away the stress of the issue.- Carl N.
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"They were very dedicated to my case."Ghitterman Ghitterman & Feld law office was professional and amazing. They were very dedicated to my case, and through their persistence, they won my case for disability. I highly recommend them as your advocates and lawyers.- Scott S.
California Workers Compensation Statistics for 2021
Workers compensation statistics help agencies to understand critical areas and problems that affect California workers. A claim represents each employee or survivor that filed for benefits, meaning that there may be multiple claims for a case.
As of August 2021, there were 13,590 claims filed in California and 10,818 cases. Of the over 13,000 applications filed, 5,592 claims have been denied, and 4,222 cases have been dismissed. California has paid out $662,640,221 in total compensation for worker’s compensation claims, including medical bills. The state Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC) discovered that between January 2020 and June 2021, COVID surpassed transportation incidents as the number one cause of job-related fatalities claimed in California.
How An Attorney Can Help You With Your Workers’ Compensation Claim
Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld has over 60 years of experience fighting for workers who have been injured on the job and need assistance with their application or representation in front of an appeals board.
What is Covered Under Workers’ Compensation
Worker’s Compensation insurance covers:
- Medical treatment: This includes the initial emergency room visit, necessary surgeries, and prescriptions to stabilize the victim after the injury.
- Follow-up care: This can include physical therapy or ongoing visits to a neurologist, for example.
- Disability benefits: If an injury is severe enough to render the worker temporarily or permanently disabled, then worker’s compensation can cover disabled employee benefits.
- Lost wages
- Future loss earnings
- Funeral costs
Common Workers’ Compensation Questions
Call Ghitterman, Ghitterman & Feld at (805) 243-2179 with your specific questions if you need additional information from a workers’ compensation attorney. You can also contact us here.