Since 1987, I have been dedicated to serving disabled workers as a Workers Compensation attorney. My commitment to the community drives me to ensure that my clients are well-informed about their rights, enabling them to navigate the complexities of the WC system effectively.
I understand the importance of connecting with competent doctors, as this is crucial for achieving favorable outcomes in WC cases.
My firm has earned respect from judges and defense offices alike. More importantly, my clients have expressed high satisfaction with the outcomes of their cases.
The court determines our fees, which are typically 15% of the recovery amount, making it contingent on the settlement size.
I offer free consultations, and my staff is bilingual, fluent in both English and Spanish.
- Workers' Compensation
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Contingent Fees
All of our work is based on contingency fees. If we do not get you a settlement, we do not get paid.
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- English: Spoken, Written
- Spanish: Spoken, Written
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- Law Offices of Dennis A. Dascanio
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- Western State College of Law at Argosy University
- S.J.D. | Law
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- California State University - Fullerton
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- Workers Compensation Attorney of the Year 2012
- The Consumer Business Review
- State Bar of California # 127151
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- Western San Bernardino County Bar Association
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- CA State Bar Assn.
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- OC Bar Assn
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The Law Offices of Dennis A. Dascanio Firm Overview
- Q. Do I need to release all medical records for a workers' comp claim related to psychological stress?
- A: Dear injured worker,
In a California workers’ compensation claim for psychological stress (e.g., from discrimination, retaliation, or cyberbullying), you are not automatically required to release all medical records. You only need to disclose records that are relevant to the claimed psychological injury.
You can object to overly broad requests and ask the WCAB for a protective order to limit disclosure.
Dennis Dascanio
- Q. How to address false workers' comp records affecting my ongoing case in California?
- A: Dear injured worker,
Thank you for your inquiry. The information you provided would indicate that your dispute should be handled through the WCAB and by your attorney. The court takes fraud very seriously and can’t issue ruling as to the admissibility of any documentation that was procured with fraud. You may additionally have a fraud claim which has a statute of limitations and you should act upon it immediately by consulting with a civil attorney or contacting your local bar association. Failure to do so can bar you from a recovery of damages. I hope I was able to provide you with the guidance you asked for.
Sincerely,
Dennis Dascanio
- Q. Can I pursue a lawsuit for failed back surgery and faulty device after a 1996 work accident?
- A: Dear injured worker,
Thank you for reaching out. Since you previously settled your workers’ compensation claim, that matter is closed and no longer within the scope of workers’ comp benefits. However, if your current issues are due to failed hardware from your 1996 surgery, you may have a potential products liability claim. I recommend consulting with an attorney who specializes in medical device or products liability cases, as that falls outside the area of workers’ compensation law. Justia is a great resource.
Sincerely,
Dennis Dascanio
