Our Expertise

 

Track Record of Success in Workers’ Compensation Law

All Firm Shareholders have completed the educational and practical requirements and passed the written examination in workers’ compensation administered by the California State Bar to earn a Certificate of Specialization in Workers’ Compensation. Additionally, we are proud to note that we have a proven track record of success spanning over four decades and we are well respected by judges and our colleagues.

Main Areas of Practice:
• Workers’ Compensation Defense
• Labor Code Section 132a
• Serious and Willful Misconduct
• Subrogation/Third Party Claims
• Longshore & Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act

Other Legal Services
HGW has achieved excellent results representing clients on Labor Code section 132a Petitions, Serious and Willful Misconduct Petitions, uninsured employer cases, fraud workup and recovery, preparation of Medical Provider Networks, Industrial Disability Retirement, and OSHA citations.

 
 
 
Patrico, Hermanson & Guzman, A P.C. California Law Office Appellate Department

Appellate Department

Appellate practice before the WCAB, California District Courts of Appeal and the California Supreme Court, to include writs and Petitions for Reconsideration.

 
 
Patrico, Hermanson & Guzman, A P.C. California Law Office State Audit Assistance

State Audit Assistance

Support throughout the audit process, from pre-review of claims through completion of the audit.

 
 
Patrico, Hermanson & Guzman, A P.C. California Law Office File Review

File Reviews

Regular meetings with both clients and brokers to discuss claim progression and to assist with formation of results directed plans of action.

 
 
Patrico, Hermanson & Guzman, A P.C. California Law Office Training

Training

Engaging and informative training sessions, both via webinar and in person. Topics have included 5814 and 5813 Penalties/State Audit Referrals, Utilization Review and Independent Medical Review, the AME/PQME Process, Case Law Updates.