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Workers' Compensation Section of the California Lawyers Association

The Section serves our members, workers' comp practitioners, and the people of California by promoting an efficient and just compensation delivery system.

We are committed to accessibility! Learn more at https://calawyers.org/accessibility/ The purpose of the Workers' Compensation Section of the State Bar of California is to serve our members, workers' compensation practitioners, and the people of California by promoting an efficient and just compensation delivery system. The section, through standing committees, seeks to promote better legal practi

ce, education and legislation affecting workers' compensation. We review proposed state legislation and regulatory rules, and make recommendations to the authors. Our goal is to achieve the following constitutional mandate:

CONSTITUTIONAL BASIS OF LAWS
The Workers' Compensations Act, codified in the Labor Code, with other related laws, has its jurisdictional basis in the California Constitution, Article XIV, sec. 4, which provides in part as follows:

"The Legislature is hereby expressly vested with plenary power, unlimited by any provision of this Constitution, to create, and enforce a complete system of workers' compensation...to compensate...workers for injury or disability, and...for death...irrespective of the fault of any party...to the end that the administration of such legislation shall accomplish substantial justice in all cases expeditiously, inexpensively, and without encumbrance of any character..." MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Free subscription to the Workers' Compensation Quarterly newsletter. Discounts on all Workers' Compensation Section programs and publications
Opportunity to participate in Section and Committee activities
Opportunity to meet members of the Workers' Compensation Section

MCLE MAJOR EVENTS AND PROGRAMS
In addition to "stand alone" such as the recent Workers' Compensation Spring Programs of our section, we participate in the major state bar events:
Annual Meeting of The State Bar

The Section offers ongoing opportunities for participatory and self-study continuing legal education.

09/02/2026

🏆 Meet the 2026 Applicants’ Attorney of the Year: Jody Kaufman!

The Workers’ Compensation Section is proud to recognize Jody Kaufman as this year’s Applicants’ Attorney of the Year!

Since 1999, Jody has dedicated her career to advocating for injured workers and serving the workers’ compensation community. As principal and lead attorney of Stout, Kaufman, Holzman & Sprague, she is known for her knowledgeable, compassionate, and dedicated approach to representing her clients.

Her commitment to the community extends beyond workers’ compensation, including her leadership of the Santa Barbara Teen Legal Clinic, which provides free legal services to local youth.

Now, come celebrate with Jody! 🎉

Join us at the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Annual Award Ceremony for an evening of:
🤝 Networking with fellow workers’ compensation professionals
🥂 Celebrating Jody and this year’s award recipients
🍽️ Dinner and drinks
💃 Dancing, fun, and good company

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific

Join Workers' Compensation practitioners and register today: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/31/2026

🏆 Meet the 2026 Judge of the Year: Judge Jamie Spitzer!

The Workers’ Compensation Section is proud to recognize Judge Jamie Spitzer as this year’s Judge of the Year!

With more than three decades in workers’ compensation law and years of service as a workers’ compensation judge, Judge Spitzer has made a lasting impact on the profession and the community.

Now, it’s time to celebrate! 🎉

Join us at the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Annual Award Ceremony to celebrate Judge Spitzer, connect with fellow workers’ compensation professionals, and enjoy a night of dinner, dancing, networking, and fun.

Come celebrate with Judge Spitzer and all of this year’s deserving award recipients!

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific

Register today and join us for the celebration: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/25/2026

👏 A Big Thank You to EquiCopy!

The Workers’ Compensation Annual Awards Ceremony wouldn’t be possible without the organizations that continue to support and invest in our community.

Today, we’re shining the spotlight on EquiCopy for being one of this year’s valued sponsors! 🌟

We’re looking forward to bringing our workers’ compensation community together on September 26 at the Aquarium of the Pacific for an evening of awards, dinner, networking, and celebration.

This is your invitation to join us! Bring your colleagues, connect with members of the workers’ compensation community, and celebrate an incredible evening together. 🥂

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific | Long Beach, CA

Thank you, EquiCopy, for helping us celebrate the people and work that make our community stronger!

Register today: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/21/2026

Thank You, Sharp Medical Evaluators!

We’re excited to recognize Sharp Medical Evaluators as a valued sponsor of the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Annual Awards Ceremony!

We’re grateful to the organizations that continue to support the workers’ compensation community and help us create opportunities to connect, celebrate, and recognize outstanding professionals across the field. 👏

And whether you’re part of the Sharp Medical Evaluators team or simply part of the workers’ compensation community, we’d love to see you there!

Join us on September 26 at the Aquarium of the Pacific for an evening of:

🏆 Celebrating this year’s award recipients
🤝 Networking with attorneys, professionals, and industry leaders
🍽️ Dinner and an evening of celebration
🐠 A unique experience at the Aquarium of the Pacific

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific | Long Beach, CA

Thank you, Sharp Medical Evaluators, for supporting this year’s celebration!

And to everyone in our community, come celebrate with us! 🎉

Register today: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/20/2026

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: ExamWorks

We’re excited to recognize ExamWorks for supporting the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Annual Awards Ceremony!

Events like this are about more than awards; they’re an opportunity for our community to come together, network with colleagues, and celebrate the people making an impact in workers’ compensation.

We’re grateful to ExamWorks for helping make that celebration possible. 👏

ExamWorks team, we hope to see you there! Bring your colleagues and join us for an evening of:

🏆 Recognizing this year’s award recipients
🤝 Connecting with fellow professionals
🍽️ Dinner and celebration
🐠 An evening at the Aquarium of the Pacific

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific | Long Beach, CA

Thank you, ExamWorks, for being part of this year’s celebration! 🎉

Register here to join us: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/18/2026

🌟 Sponsor Spotlight: Thank You To Chronovo!

We’re excited to recognize Chronovo as a proud sponsor of the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Annual Awards Ceremony! 👏

Thank you, Chronovo, for supporting the California workers’ compensation community and helping us bring together the attorneys, professionals, and leaders who make this community so strong.

We hope the Chronovo team and colleagues will join us for an evening of:

🤝 Networking with fellow workers’ compensation professionals
🏆 Celebrating this year’s outstanding award recipients
🍽️ Dinner and an unforgettable evening at the Aquarium of the Pacific
🐠 Exploring the Aquarium and connecting with colleagues

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific | Long Beach, CA

Are you part of the Chronovo team or want to network with Workers' Compensation practitioners? Join us and celebrate together! 🎉

Thank you, Chronovo, for being part of this year’s celebration! Register today: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/17/2026

🏆 Celebrating the Law Firm Sponsors Who Help Make It Possible!

We’re proud to recognize the incredible law firms supporting the 2026 Workers’ Compensation Annual Awards Ceremony! Their sponsorship helps bring together California’s workers’ compensation community for an evening of celebration, connection, and recognition.

👏 A special thank you to our valued sponsors for investing in the profession and supporting this annual tradition.

Now, it’s time to celebrate together! Join us on September 26 at the Aquarium of the Pacific for an evening featuring:

🤝 Networking with colleagues and industry leaders
🐠 Reception & access to explore the Aquarium
🏆 Awards recognizing outstanding members of the workers’ compensation community
🍽️ Dinner & celebration

We invite our sponsors’ attorneys, colleagues, and teams to join us for the celebration!

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific | Long Beach, CA

Thank you to our sponsors for being part of this special event. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Register here: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/13/2026

🚨 2 WEEKS LEFT — DON’T MISS THIS IMPORTANT SIBTF DISCUSSION

We’ve been talking about SIBTF reform and apportionment; now we’re just two weeks away from bringing the conversation to Oakland.

If you practice workers’ compensation, this is an opportunity to take a closer look at the changes ahead and what they could mean for SIBTF claims, injured workers’ benefits, apportionment, and the medical evidence needed to support your case.

Grab your seat, grab some lunch, and join the discussion!

Why attend?
🔹 Get up to speed on proposed SIBTF reforms
🔹 Understand the potential impact on apportionment
🔹 Hear insights from experienced practitioners and the bench
🔹 Earn 1.0 Hour of Workers’ Compensation Law Legal Specialization MCLE
🔹 Connect with fellow workers’ compensation practitioners over lunch

📅 August 27 | 11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
📍 The Fat Lady | Oakland

⏳ Only 2 weeks to go. If you haven’t registered yet, now is the time: https://calawyers.org/event/sibtf-reform-and-apportionment-be-prepared-for-whats-ahead/

08/12/2026

⏰ 3 DAYS LEFT TO SAVE ON REGISTRATION!

The Workers’ Compensation Awards Ceremony is more than an awards night. It’s one of the best opportunities of the year to connect with the California workers’ compensation community. 🏆🤝

Join fellow practitioners, colleagues, and industry leaders for an evening of networking, dinner, and celebration as we recognize the outstanding people shaping the profession.

✨ Reconnect with colleagues
🤝 Meet new professionals and expand your network
🏆 Celebrate this year’s honorees
🍽️ Enjoy dinner in a one-of-a-kind setting

📅 September 26, 2026
📍 Aquarium of the Pacific | Long Beach

Early Bird Registration ends August 14! Secure the lowest rate and make plans to be part of the evening everyone will be talking about.

🎟️ Only 3 days left; register now: https://calawyers.org/event/2026-workers-compensation-awards-ceremony-and-celebration/

08/06/2026

🍽️ Join us for lunch and a discussion on the Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF)

The Subsequent Injuries Benefits Trust Fund (SIBTF) continues to be a critical area of workers' compensation law, and with proposed reforms on the horizon, now is the time to better understand how these changes could impact your practice.

Join fellow workers' compensation practitioners on August 27 at The Fat Lady Restaurant in Oakland for an engaging lunchtime MCLE program featuring Art Johnson and Jim Witkop, moderated by Judge Therese Da Silva Padilla.

During this practical discussion, you'll gain insights into:
• The latest proposed SIBTF reforms
• The future of apportionment
• Strategies for protecting your clients and strengthening your cases

✔️ Earn 1.0 Hour MCLE (Legal Specialization in Workers' Compensation Law)
🍽️ Enjoy a full-menu lunch at one of Oakland's iconic restaurants
🤝 Network with fellow workers' compensation professionals

Come for the lunch, stay for the insights, and leave with practical knowledge you can apply to your next case.

🎟️ Register today: https://calawyers.org/event/sibtf-reform-and-apportionment-be-prepared-for-whats-ahead/

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