Frequently Asked Questions

Workers’ compensation is compensation for injuries that you suffered in the course of doing your job. If you were injured on the job in California, your employer is required, by law, to pay for workers’ compensation. A strong majority of employers in California have workers’ compensation insurance and you can be paid for through those.

You have two years from the injury itself. So, if you were injured in an accident then you have two years from the date of the accident to file a case. By that same token, according to The Judicial Branch of California, “if the injury was not discovered right away, then it is one year from the date the injury was discovered.”

You don’t pay a dime until we win. Another way to put that: is on contingency. Should you schedule a free consultation with Belal Hamideh and he decides to take your case, then he will pay all costs that may come about throughout your case. You won’t have to worry about them. Moreover, you won’t have to pay for his legal services during that time, either.

We strongly recommend not speaking to an insurance adjuster or, indeed, anyone else involved with the litigation. It’s entirely possible that someone from the insurance company may reach out to you in the friendliest, most sympathetic manner. That said, it’s also possible that they’re going to try to get you to take an offer that is far less than what your claim could be worth. Or, they may try to get you to make a statement that could potentially lessen or even eradicate any liability on behalf of their client. Due to these factors and others, it’s best not to even speak to the insurance adjuster.



What you can do is tell them to speak to your attorney. Reaching out to a personal injury attorney as early as possible in the process can keep the insurance adjuster from being a concern.

Even if you don’t believe that you were hurt in an accident, you should still receive medical attention. The truth is that, unfortunately, many of the worst injuries from a vehicular accident are those which may not show up immediately.

A majority of cases do not go to court. Most are settled through negotiation. In the effort that the other side does not make an offer that is good enough, we are proud to represent our clients in a court of law.

You can contact us directly to schedule a free initial consultation. We will discuss your case and recommend legal options. If you have further questions about your case, you may ask us directly.

As soon as possible. There is no benefit to waiting. By law, you must tell your supervisor about your injury within 30 days.

Report the injury as early as you can. You can get an earlier start on your treatment and recovery. You can file for workers compensation earlier, so that you recover all of the compensation you deserve.

Your employer is not allowed to retaliate against you. Filing for workers compensation is a protected activity. If you believe your employer has done so, contact us at once.

Knee injuries can be serious. Any injury to your knee affects the rest of your body.

If you suffer a knee injury due to the negligence and/or recklessness of another party, Belal Hamideh can help you to recover maximum compensation.

If you suffer a knee injury at work in the state of California, you are eligible for workers compensation. Belal Hamideh, an experienced work accident lawyer, can help.

A work injury is an injury you suffer at work. If you suffer a work injury in California, you are eligible for workers compensation. It doesn’t matter if you’re at your place of work or not when the injury occurs.

For example, if you are making a delivery or pickup for your job, you could still be “at work” and thus any injury you suffer could be eligible for workers compensation.

Work injuries can occur at once or over time. For example, if you drop something on your foot at work, causing an injury, you are eligible for workers compensation. You are also eligible if you develop carpal tunnel syndrome from years of work.

Those who are injured in an accident should contact an experienced personal injury attorney.

Doing so gives the plaintiff the best possible opportunity to receive maximum compensation for their injuries. A lawyer can find all of the parties who are even partially liable for the accident and bring a suit against each of them.

A lawyer can prove that you were injured due to the negligence and/or recklessness of the defendant. By doing so, we can help you to recover economic as well as non-economic damages.

The length of time it takes to resolve your case varies depending on its intricacy, severity of injuries, and other factors. We will do our best so that your case will not go to trial as it can take significantly longer. As your lawyer, we will keep you informed throughout the process. We will work to resolve your case as efficiently as possible.

If you have been injured in an accident, the first thing you must do is seek medical attention. You may think that your injury is minor. But it is vital that you get a medical evaluation to ensure that there are no underlying injuries.

Once that’s done, before signing anything from an insurance company, you should reach out to an experienced attorney.

After you sign with us, we conduct a thorough investigation. Once we’ve learned the truth, we’ll work with your medical experts and others to build the strongest possible case. Then, we’ll represent you aggressively throughout every step of the process.

If you have suffered a traumatic brain injury, you will be entitled to several types of compensation. These would include pain, emotional distress, lost wages, medical expenses, future lost wages, and future medical expenses.

Essentially, it’s a brain injury caused by the impact of an outside source, such as a blow to the head. TBI cases can range from mild to severe and cause a range of symptoms, including confusion, memory loss, and dizziness.

Having an experienced attorney on your side can be extremely beneficial if you want to win your case. We can help navigate the complex system of workers’ compensation. We ensure that your rights are protected. We will fight for the benefits you deserve.

If your workers’ compensation claim is denied, you have the right to appeal the decision. We can help you navigate the appeals process. We will fight for your rights until you get the compensation that you deserve.

If you are injured on the job, you may be qualified for several benefits, including medical expenses, disability benefits, rehab benefits, and wage replacement benefits. In the event of a fatal accident, death benefits may be provided.

Any case where someone is injured on the job. These cases involve slips and fall that happen at a moment’s notice as well as injuries that develop over time, such as repetitive stress injuries. We’ve even represented clients who were hurt in the course of delivering something for their job but were not physically at their place of work at the time.