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Can a Social Security Disability Award Be Admissible in a Workers' Comp Case? |
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Can a Social Security Disability Award Be Admissible in a Workers' Compensation Case? by Robert G. Rassp, Esq. My friend and colleague George the Bartender and I were sitting at his bar recently--I was drinking ice tea and he was drinking--and we got to talking, I mean arguing, about whether or not a social security disability (SSD) award can be admissible in a workers' compensation claim. Now George is a very knowledgeable bartender. He also practices workers' compensation defense as a named partner in a large law firm during his spare time. His best argument is that an SSD award cannot be given any res judicata effect since his client, the employer and its claims administrator, is not a party to an injured worker's SSD claim....read more.
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Defense Attorney. Bradford & Barthel is looking to add another attorney for our newest office in Los Angeles. Bradford & Barthel, a leader in Workers' Compensation Defense, is seeking dynamic, diverse candidates who thrive in an environment with multiple opportunities for growth. We offer competitive benefits in a collegial, diverse atmosphere. Contact sbradford@bradfordbarthel.com.
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