OrthoLegal Insights:
Commentary from our
QME Experts.

Forensic evaluations such as those conducted by Qualified Medical Evaluators (QMEs) require objective medical evidence such as imaging and diagnostic studies.  A QME is required ...

In California’s Workers’ Compensation system, injured workers have access to a range of benefits aimed at supporting their recovery and helping them return to work. ...

As a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in California’s Workers’ Compensation system, your availability isn’t just a scheduling matter.  It’s a requirement by the Division of ...

Within the California Workers’ Compensation system, two key types of attorneys play significant roles: applicant attorneys and defense attorneys. The fundamental difference between applicant and ...

A comprehensive history from an injured worker is a required component of a QME evaluation. This information is the foundation for diagnosing the injury, understanding ...

Preparing for the California Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) examination is essential for physicians who wish to become certified as QMEs in the state. Offered twice ...

Non-English-speaking injured workers in California’s Workers’ Compensation system face avoidable challenges due to the lack of certified interpreters during critical stages of their cases. This ...

What is the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board? The WCAB is a quasi-judicial body established by the California government to adjudicate disputes and oversee the enforcement ...

Maintaining impartiality and integrity as a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) in California is paramount. A conflict of interest can undermine the trust placed in the ...

Before 2005, there was no Panel Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) process in the California Workers’ Compensation system. Instead, medical disputes were resolved by QMEs chosen ...

Work-related injuries may occur due to accidents or to repetitive job duties.  Cumulative trauma is defined as a work-related medical impairment caused by “repetitive mentally ...

California’s Workers’ Compensation system includes specific laws that cover injuries presumed to be caused by certain types of employment. Known as presumptions, these laws shift ...