Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers

Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers Pacific Workers exists to help injured workers fight for their rights. With offices in Oakland, Concord, Stockton, Tracy, San Jose and Sacramento.

Proudly serving all of Northern CA. Pacific Workers', The Lawyers for Injured Workers exists to fight for the rights of injured workers. Oakland Based, Bay Area Proud, Serving all of Northern California!

06/03/2026

Why Part of Your Settlement Is Restricted

A lot of injured workers think once they receive a settlement check, they can spend the money however they want.

But if Medicare is involved, that’s NOT always true.

In this video of Pacific Workers, attorney Jonathan Harris, explains how a Medicare Set Aside (MSA) works inside a Workers’ Comp settlement.

Here’s why it matters:

💰 Part of your settlement may be reserved only for future medical treatment
⚠️ That money must be used for your injured body parts
⚠️ Physical therapy, prescriptions, doctor visits, and medical equipment may all come from those funds
⚠️ Once the approved amount is properly spent, Medicare may begin covering treatment afterward

💬 Don’t risk your future medical care, listen to the full podcast episode to fully understand how MSAs work.

06/03/2026

Over 60 With a Work Injury? Watch This Before Accepting a Settlement

Many injured workers close to retirement accept settlements without fully understanding how Medicare, Social Security, and federal reporting rules can affect them later.

Here’s the reality:

⚠️ Insurance companies are not there to maximize your benefits
⚠️ Medicare reporting mistakes can create major financial issues
⚠️ Some settlement decisions can affect future medical coverage
⚠️ Long-term injuries need long-term planning

And the biggest mistake?

❌ Waiting too long to get legal advice
❌ Assuming the insurance company is helping you
❌ Signing paperwork without understanding your rights

Even if you don’t hire an attorney right away, getting clarity on your options could save you from expensive mistakes later.

💬 Have questions about your case or settlement? Contact us for a FREE consultation.

05/28/2026

What Happens to Your Workers’ Comp Money If You Pass Away?

This is especially important if your case involves a Medicare Set Aside (MSA).

In this video of Pacific Workers, attorney Jonathan Harris, explains what can happen to your medical settlement funds, and how your family may still be protected.

Here’s what many people don’t know:

💰 MSA money is specifically reserved for future medical care
⚠️ But if something happens to you, that money does not automatically go back to Medicare
⚠️ Your heirs may still receive the remaining funds
⚠️ Proper legal and financial planning is critical

🎧 Watch the full episode to understand how Workers’ Comp settlements, Medicare Set Asides, and family protection really work.

💬 Have questions about your settlement or Medicare rules? Contact us for a FREE consultation.

Today we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service.Did you know Memorial Day was originally known as Decor...
05/25/2026

Today we honor the men and women who gave their lives in service.

Did you know Memorial Day was originally known as Decoration Day?
A tradition that began after the Civil War, when families would decorate the graves of fallen soldiers with flowers and flags.
In 1868, it became a national observance, and over time, it grew to honor all American service members who died in any war.

Since 1971, Memorial Day has been observed as a federal holiday on the last Monday in May. Today, we remember them with respect and gratitude.

05/20/2026

Using SDI while on Workers’ Comp? ⚠️

Sounds like extra support…
but it can backfire if done wrong.

👉 You could be seen as “double dipping”

That can lead to:
❌ Paying money back
❌ Delays in your case
❌ A lower settlement

📄 One wrong move can cost you.

💬 Not sure what benefits you qualify for?
Book your free consultation here:
👉 https://pacificworkers.co/workers-comp-evaluation/

05/15/2026

Using SDI while on Workers’ Comp? ⚠️

Sounds like extra support, but it can backfire if done wrong.

👉 You could be seen as “double dipping”

That can lead to:
❌ Paying money back
❌ Delays in your case
❌ A lower settlement

📄 One wrong move can cost you.

💬 Not sure what benefits you qualify for?
Let's talk about your case, book your free consultation here:
👉 https://pacificworkers.co/free-case-evaluation/

05/14/2026

Miss one appointment and your checks could stop. ⚠️

Your doctor visits do more than track your recovery
👉 They keep your benefits active

Miss one, and this can happen:
❌ Checks stop
❌ Treatment gets denied
❌ Insurance assumes you’re “fine”

📄 That’s how claims start falling apart.

Payments stopped or treatment denied?
👉 Book your free consultation here: https://pacificworkers.co/workers-comp-evaluation/

05/06/2026

3 Mistakes That Cost You Thousands in Workers’ Comp

Handling your case alone? ⚠️

These 3 mistakes can seriously lower your settlement:

❌ Staying with the wrong doctor
❌ Choosing the wrong QME
❌ Undervaluing your own case

👉 These mistakes affect your treatment, your recovery and how much you get paid.

Most people don’t even realize they’re doing this.

Think this might be happening to you? Message us for a FREE consultation, we’ll review your case and guide you.

🎧 Watch the full episode to learn how to protect your case and maximize your benefits.

04/30/2026

No Money? You Can Still Hire a Workers’ Comp Lawyer

No need to worry about paying a lawyer. Here’s how it really works in Workers’ Comp:

✔️ No upfront payment
✔️ No hourly fees
✔️ Lawyers only get paid if you win

👉 Their fee (usually around 15%) comes from the settlement, not your pocket.

That means:
If you don’t recover, they don’t get paid.
They’re fully motivated to maximize your case.

Still have questions? Comment or message us, we’ll walk you through it for free.

🎧 And check out the full episode to understand all the benefits of hiring a Workers’ Comp attorney.

04/21/2026

This Can Increase Your Workers’ Comp Disability Rating

Your case isn’t just about the injury, It’s about how it affects your daily life.

Can you still cook the same? Stand the same? Do the things you used to enjoy?

👉 That’s what doctors should be evaluating, but most people never say it.

🎧 Watch the full episode in our channel and learn what you should be telling your doctor.

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