Webinars

Read below for detailed descriptions of each seminar.

Untangling Ogilvie – 9/13/2011
This controversial case has many scratching their heads wondering, “What do we do with Ogilvie?” Don Barthel, Esq. will focus on untangling Ogilvie so that it can be understood in simple terms to provide a better understanding of when it can be used, how to defend it and what the future holds in applying it. He will discuss the July 29th decision by the California’s First District Court of Appeal that annulled the award by the California Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board and sent the case back to the appeals board for further review. The Court upheld the WCAB’s position that the schedule used in setting permanent disability benefits is open to challenge. Chris Brigham, MD will reflect on the physician’s role in assessing permanent disability. You will learn that in some ways the Ogilvie decision makes things easier and in some ways it complicates matters.
We are sorry you missed this Webinar.  If you would like to view the video from the Webinar please click the following link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/915886105, then enter your email address and then your first and last name.  Lastly, click “view recorded Webinar” to view the Webinar.  You can also view the Powerpoint Presentation.  If you need a certificate of completion for viewing the Webinar, please email Tammey Welty at twelty@bradfordbarthel.com and a certificate will be emailed to you.

Unraveling the Mysteries of Rating – 10/20/2011
Permanent disability ratings are a key cost driver in the workers’ compensation system. Issues surrounding permanent disability often become convoluted resulting in a less than optimal approach to managing the issue. This session will provide you with a medical and legal perspective on the severity of the problem with inaccurate impairment ratings and how to manage them in an effective way. Chris Brigham, MD will reflect on the physician’s role in using the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment and Don Barthel, Esq. will discuss legal approaches to achieve a correct rating.
We are sorry you missed this Webinar.  If you would like to view the video from the Webinar please click the following link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/458254704, then enter your email address and then your first and last name.  Lastly, click “view recorded Webinar” to view the Webinar.  You can also view the Powerpoint Presentation. If you need a certificate of completion for viewing the Webinar, please email Tammey Welty at twelty@bradfordbarthel.com and a certificate will be emailed to you.

Apportionment-Every Defendant’s Friend – 11/17/2011
Apportionment has long been a controversial topic in the California workers’ compensation system. This session will simplify the approach of how apportionment should be applied in your cases. From a legal perspective you will learn appropriate interpretation of the apportionment laws and defense strategies for ensuring apportionment is applied to your case. From a medical perspective you will also learn how science and medicine view apportionment. Both perspectives will help you learn to maximize your opportunity in applying apportionment to your cases.
We are sorry you missed this Webinar.  If you would like to view the  video from the Webinar please click the following link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/458254704, then enter your email address and then your first and last name.  Lastly, click “view recorded Webinar” to view the Webinar.  You can also view the Powerpoint Presentation.  If you need a certificate of completion for viewing the Webinar, please email Tammey Welty at twelty@bradfordbarthel.com and a certificate will be emailed to you.

Doctor Cross-Examination – 1/25/12
In that cross-examination of the evaluating physician is a common defense strategy we will provide you with insight on best practice approaches for ensuring you get the most out of your deposition. Tips will be given on preparing the case for the deposition, do’s and don’ts in cross-examination, and appropriate follow-up after the process. We will also provide a medical perspective so that you can learn how the deponent prepares for their cross-examination. Effective cross-examination will be demonstrated.
We are sorry you missed this Webinar.  If you would like to view the  video from the Webinar please click the following link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/708065961, then enter your email address and then your first and last name.  Lastly, click “view recorded Webinar” to view the Webinar.  You can also view the Powerpoint Presentation.  If you need a certificate of completion for viewing the Webinar, please email Tammey Welty at twelty@bradfordbarthel.com and a certificate will be emailed to you.

Chris Brigham, MD, is Chairman of Impairment Resources, LLC and Editor of the Guides Newsletter. Don Barthel, Esq., is a Founding Partner with Bradford and Barthel, LLP, and during the past 19 years his practice has exclusively focused on workers’ compensation defense and related matters. They both have decades of experience in cross-examination issues, with Don’s perspective being legal and Chris’ medical.

Certificates for CE/MCLE will be emailed upon completion of the webinars. If you have any questions, please email Tammey Welty at twelty@bradfordbarthel.com.