Hello, Thank you for these very informative videos they are so very helpful. My question is, what if the company that the injured worker worked for closed down, and all the employees were laid off. Would the injured worker be eligible to receive such voucher if He/she had no job to return to? Thank you in advance for your response 👍
Good question Sandy, Usually yes. The process is the same. You have to have some permanent disability. If they are out of business, then they can't offer you a job and you will qualify. Most defense attorneys would recommend issuance immediately of the voucher. BUT some might be jerks and make you wait the statutory 60 days. Either way, you should be good. Thank you for the positive feedback :-) - Naomi
Need advice i have restriction no more than 5 pounds nothing over my head not standing long or sitting to much I sent my lawyer a job listing he wasn’t happy with I guess made upset I was journeyman electrician for 30 years. Now I got to find something within my restrictions. How do I approach this carefully I am 61% disability Help plz
Anthony, I'm not sure what you are asking. For eligibility of voucher, your employer must offer a position and must be qualified position as stated at timestamp 0:21. You can find another job if they don't offer you one and still be eligible for voucher. General info, not legal advice, not representing you. Hope this helps, Naomi
Thank you for your videos. I got fired after two years from my injuries on their letter it says that my worker compensation has been expired . Best on my QM airport at that time I was on Temperly permanent disable . It’s been more than one year since of I get fired . My injury date was September 25, 2018 . I saw the QME on December 9, 2021 Based on the report it says that I reached the permanent disability my QME Report came with a vouchers form and Job modified Restrictions . Please let me know what I have to do. Do I have to file a lawsuit against The company? I still have not receive any form for the vouchers I just received QME yesterday permanent disability .
Thank you for your question Sara, I am a little confused. You said your QME report came with the voucher? What was the reason your employer gave for your termination? Do you want a consult with an employment attorney for wrongful termination? - Naomi
I received my voucher but im having a really hard time finding the class i want. The edd site is really confusing. Im trying to use the SJDB to find an online class that will help me obtain a Comptia A+ certification in the IT field. Is there someone or someplace I can visit to get help with this? I'd like to be able to get help in person rather than doing it over the phone if possible.
Question. My employer couldn't offer me work in my department whole adhering to the work restrictions. I was told that they were trying to find something else for me to do, however, I just received my SJDB voucher from WC adjuster. If they were still looking to place me, why would I get the voucher? Wouldn't I only be sent the voucher if I wasn't going to be placed somewhere at my current employer? Also, now that I have the voucher, I can apply for the RTW benefit from the state, correct? Thank you!
Thank you for your question Nica. Yes you can apply for the RTWSP now. The insurance company owes you the voucher if they have not provided the offer of work form within 60 days of receipt of your permanent restrictions. That's the insurance co. It is possible your employer will find you something later, but certainly now guaranteed.
It's up to your employee to offer you one. If they don't within the time frame, then you are eligible assuming you otherwise qualify as shown in the video.
@@GonzalezLawEmpower thanks for the response unfortunately the company I worked for closed I was given a16% permanent push pull lift 25lbs personally don’t know how sure he came up with that # I’ve never had any physical test done only mri ultrasound nerve test insurance has sent me a letter talking b responsibilities for my shoulder and arm but not my elbow or wrist there is more damage that is being looked over is there something I can do thank you very much
@@jpginhb Then you should demand your voucher. They can't offer you a position if they are out of business. As for the report, you can ask your attorney to object and send an interrogatory or maybe a re- evaluation if it's been some time and you have worsened. General info, not legal advice, not representing you. Naomi
My employer sent me this notice but they are offering me the same job I had. However I’m not physically cleared to return to work by my treating dr am I supposed to sign it still?
Good afternoon Robert, Thank you for your question. The offer is probably based on the QME final report and restrictions. Does the job offer fall within the restrictions given by the QME? If it does not, ask your attorney to request a vocational evaluation assessment to verify the position is within your restrictions. If it is within your restrictions, see if you can disqualify the position in another way e.g. too far away or temporary. If you decline the offer and it is not a disqualified offer, then you will not be able to get the SJDB voucher. Hope this helps, Naomi
@@GonzalezLawEmpower thank you for your response, the QME Report is weird the Dr said I am medically cleared to return to work however stated I need therapy.
@@robertjimenez8185 Treatment and work status are not related. Ie you can have lots of restrictions but no more treatment left or you can have loot of treatments on your plan but working full duty
@@GonzalezLawEmpower i see, can you confirm for the $6,000 sjdb voucher. Is it $ 6,000 on top of the $1,000 for laptop, vocational counselor etc? Or they deduct those amount from the 6,000?
does the sjb voucher come in a credit or how can i apply the 6,000 towards schooling? also is the return to work supplement the same as the sjb voucher?
LV, they are different. You get up to 6k for school AND 5k from California. A vocational counselor can help you with the process. If you want a referral, text "your name voc referral " to 909-266-0003.
@@lv926 has to be authorized program. More info at this link including the link to search programs. If you need more help beyond that we can refer you to a vocational counselor as we don't offer that service. www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/sjdb.html Best of luck, Naomi
Thank you for your question, Each school program should be looked up to see if it qualifies. Here is a link with instructions on how to do that. edd.ca.gov/en/Jobs_and_Training/Eligible_Training_Provider_List Let me know if you need a referral for a vocational counselor to help you. Take care, Naomi
Hello, i have a question, Im permanent stationary disable i did get my return to work vaucher and im doing school , I have cervical spinal stenosis wich workmenscomp they did denied the surgery but due to my impairment im having hard time to focus because my headaches and neck injury im getting so stress out and depress at the same time cause cant focus whats gonna happens if i quit doing school please help. thanks
Thank you Rosa for your comment. I am not sure what your question is. You can put off using the voucher for two years after issuance if you can't focus right now. If you settled for Stipulation then you might want to consider petitioning to reopen your case if your symptoms are worse. Hope that helps, Naomi
Yes, you can pull some out for miscellaneous and get reimbursed for supplies. If you want to learn more and have a consultation with a vocational counselor, Text "Voucher Consult" to 909-266-0003. Thank you, Naomi
Hi Greg, I think any supplies needed for your class. Just computer most common. I can refer you to a vocational counselor for more info if you want. It's outside work comp. Text "Greg voc referral" to 909-266-0003 for a referral. Thanks, Naomi
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Hello, Thank you for these very informative videos they are so very helpful.
My question is, what if the company that the injured worker worked for closed down, and all the employees were laid off. Would the injured worker be eligible to receive such voucher if He/she had no job to return to?
Thank you in advance for your response 👍
Good question Sandy,
Usually yes. The process is the same. You have to have some permanent disability. If they are out of business, then they can't offer you a job and you will qualify.
Most defense attorneys would recommend issuance immediately of the voucher. BUT some might be jerks and make you wait the statutory 60 days.
Either way, you should be good.
Thank you for the positive feedback :-)
- Naomi
@@GonzalezLawEmpower
Thank you so much!
Need advice i have restriction no more than 5 pounds nothing over my head not standing long or sitting to much
I sent my lawyer a job listing he wasn’t happy with I guess made upset
I was journeyman electrician for 30 years.
Now I got to find something within my restrictions.
How do I approach this carefully
I am 61% disability
Help plz
Anthony,
I'm not sure what you are asking. For eligibility of voucher, your employer must offer a position and must be qualified position as stated at timestamp 0:21.
You can find another job if they don't offer you one and still be eligible for voucher.
General info, not legal advice, not representing you.
Hope this helps,
Naomi
@@GonzalezLawEmpower thank you so much I was so nervous thought I was doing something wrong
God bless you I watch all your videos
Thank you for your videos.
I got fired after two years from my injuries on their letter it says that my worker compensation has been expired . Best on my QM airport at that time I was on Temperly permanent disable . It’s been more than one year since of I get fired . My injury date was September 25, 2018 . I saw the QME on December 9, 2021 Based on the report it says that I reached the permanent disability my QME Report came with a vouchers form and Job modified Restrictions . Please let me know what I have to do. Do I have to file a lawsuit against The company?
I still have not receive any form for the vouchers I just received QME yesterday permanent disability .
Thank you for your question Sara,
I am a little confused. You said your QME report came with the voucher?
What was the reason your employer gave for your termination?
Do you want a consult with an employment attorney for wrongful termination?
- Naomi
I received my voucher but im having a really hard time finding the class i want. The edd site is really confusing. Im trying to use the SJDB to find an online class that will help me obtain a Comptia A+ certification in the IT field. Is there someone or someplace I can visit to get help with this? I'd like to be able to get help in person rather than doing it over the phone if possible.
Question. My employer couldn't offer me work in my department whole adhering to the work restrictions. I was told that they were trying to find something else for me to do, however, I just received my SJDB voucher from WC adjuster. If they were still looking to place me, why would I get the voucher? Wouldn't I only be sent the voucher if I wasn't going to be placed somewhere at my current employer? Also, now that I have the voucher, I can apply for the RTW benefit from the state, correct? Thank you!
Thank you for your question Nica.
Yes you can apply for the RTWSP now. The insurance company owes you the voucher if they have not provided the offer of work form within 60 days of receipt of your permanent restrictions. That's the insurance co. It is possible your employer will find you something later, but certainly now guaranteed.
@@GonzalezLawEmpower Thank you! Your videos were by far the EASIEST to understand!!
You're welcome Nica!
My lawyer said I'd get this voucher as part of my settlement. Is that possible since I won't be permanent and stationary?
Sometimes it is possible to negotiate it into a settlement :-)
thanks!@@GonzalezLawEmpower
what are the chances of people getting approved for the return to work supplement? And how long does it usually take to get approved?
William,
Chances very good if they have received a voucher and if they haven't already done the program for a prior injury 😀
Hope this helps,
Naomi
@@GonzalezLawEmpower have you ever heard of anyone getting denied the supplement if they received the voucher?
@@williamchen2145 I personally haven't had any client tell me they were denied.
What happens when’s you can’t find a job making 85% you use to thanks
It's up to your employee to offer you one. If they don't within the time frame, then you are eligible assuming you otherwise qualify as shown in the video.
@@GonzalezLawEmpower thanks for the response unfortunately the company I worked for closed I was given a16% permanent push pull lift 25lbs personally don’t know how sure he came up with that # I’ve never had any physical test done only mri ultrasound nerve test insurance has sent me a letter talking b responsibilities for my shoulder and arm but not my elbow or wrist there is more damage that is being looked over is there something I can do thank you very much
@@jpginhb Then you should demand your voucher. They can't offer you a position if they are out of business.
As for the report, you can ask your attorney to object and send an interrogatory or maybe a re- evaluation if it's been some time and you have worsened.
General info, not legal advice, not representing you.
Naomi
@@GonzalezLawEmpower thank you very much for your response very much appreciated 😁
My employer sent me this notice but they are offering me the same job I had. However I’m not physically cleared to return to work by my treating dr am I supposed to sign it still?
Good afternoon Robert,
Thank you for your question. The offer is probably based on the QME final report and restrictions. Does the job offer fall within the restrictions given by the QME? If it does not, ask your attorney to request a vocational evaluation assessment to verify the position is within your restrictions. If it is within your restrictions, see if you can disqualify the position in another way e.g. too far away or temporary.
If you decline the offer and it is not a disqualified offer, then you will not be able to get the SJDB voucher.
Hope this helps,
Naomi
@@GonzalezLawEmpower thank you for your response, the QME Report is weird the Dr said I am medically cleared to return to work however stated I need therapy.
@@robertjimenez8185 Treatment and work status are not related. Ie you can have lots of restrictions but no more treatment left or you can have loot of treatments on your plan but working full duty
Can I buy the laptop before I choose any course I will be taking?
Yes, but be careful. It might be you didn't need a computer but some other equipment instead. Like a camera for a photography class
do you have a link to what training people can do after they are given the voucher?
Here is a link. The resources area on the bottom has more info as well.
www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/sjdb.html
@@GonzalezLawEmpower for the rtwsp, is one still eligible if they no longer live in CA?
@@user-jq6ni2uj6w They should be a long as it's within the 1 year from issue of voucher. I've not seen anyone denied for that reason at least.
@@GonzalezLawEmpower i see, can you confirm for the $6,000 sjdb voucher. Is it $ 6,000 on top of the $1,000 for laptop, vocational counselor etc? Or they deduct those amount from the 6,000?
does the sjb voucher come in a credit or how can i apply the 6,000 towards schooling?
also is the return to work supplement the same as the sjb voucher?
LV, they are different. You get up to 6k for school AND 5k from California.
A vocational counselor can help you with the process. If you want a referral, text "your name voc referral " to 909-266-0003.
@@GonzalezLawEmpower for the 6k for school, does it come in a form of a check? or do i have to sign up for it somehow to get the voucher?
@@lv926 it's just a paper. I think it's pictured in my wc benefits video to see what it looks like.
@@GonzalezLawEmpower
ok, can the voucher be used for anything one chooses? or is it only reserved for certain re-training?
@@lv926 has to be authorized program. More info at this link including the link to search programs. If you need more help beyond that we can refer you to a vocational counselor as we don't offer that service.
www.dir.ca.gov/dwc/sjdb.html
Best of luck,
Naomi
Can I use my works comp voucher for beauty school.
Thank you for your question,
Each school program should be looked up to see if it qualifies.
Here is a link with instructions on how to do that.
edd.ca.gov/en/Jobs_and_Training/Eligible_Training_Provider_List
Let me know if you need a referral for a vocational counselor to help you.
Take care,
Naomi
Hello, i have a question, Im permanent stationary disable i did get my return to work vaucher and im doing school , I have cervical spinal stenosis wich workmenscomp they did denied the surgery but due to my impairment im having hard time to focus because my headaches and neck injury im getting so stress out and depress at the same time cause cant focus whats gonna happens if i quit doing school please help. thanks
Thank you Rosa for your comment.
I am not sure what your question is. You can put off using the voucher for two years after issuance if you can't focus right now.
If you settled for Stipulation then you might want to consider petitioning to reopen your case if your symptoms are worse.
Hope that helps,
Naomi
Is there anyway to get cash from the voucher?
Yes, you can pull some out for miscellaneous and get reimbursed for supplies.
If you want to learn more and have a consultation with a vocational counselor, Text "Voucher Consult" to 909-266-0003.
Thank you,
Naomi
Does the $1000 computer Computer equipment reimbursement cover a iPad and laptop purchase or only laptop or a tablet
Hi Greg,
I think any supplies needed for your class. Just computer most common. I can refer you to a vocational counselor for more info if you want. It's outside work comp.
Text "Greg voc referral" to 909-266-0003 for a referral.
Thanks,
Naomi