LEGAL DEFENSE OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION CLAIMS

The County of Orange has awarded a contract to WS Law, APC for the provision of legal defense services for workers’ compensation claims. The contract has a term of five years, from November 25, 2024, to November 24, 2029. The contract includes various requirements and protocols for the management of workers’ compensation claims, including the use of agreed medical examiners, panel qualified medical evaluators, and the preparation of settlement documents. The contract also includes provisions for the payment of legal fees and the reimbursement of expenses. Key aspects of the contract include: • The contract is for the provision of legal defense services for workers’ compensation claims • The contract has a term of five years • The contract includes various requirements and protocols for the management of workers’ compensation claims • The contract includes provisions for the payment of legal fees and the reimbursement of expenses • The contract requires the vendor to maintain certain levels of insurance coverage • The contract includes a provision for the termination of the contract by the County in the event of a material breach by the vendor.