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Frank Diaz presented at the California Society of Industrial Medicine and Surgery in San Diego on the topic of Accurately Determining & Writing Work Restrictions in Workers’ Compensation

Published on: 09/25/24 3:57 PM

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented for the California Society of Industrial Medicine and Surgery in San Diego, California on the topic of Accurately Determining & Writing Work Restrictions in Workers’ Compensation. Mr. Diaz presented on August 16, 2024 with the distinguished Dr. Yolanta Petrofsky, Dr. Bobbie McDonald, and Dr. Jacob Rosenberg. In this presentation, they discussed the use of the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (DOT) and Department of Labor’s definitions regarding exertional force and frequency of motion to aid doctors in establishing functional limitations for injured workers in orthopedic, psychiatric/psychological, and in pain medicine reporting.

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Frank Diaz presented for the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP)

Published on: 06/24/24 4:19 PM

Frank Diaz presented for the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) virtually regarding ‘FRE 702 – Federal Rules of Evidence – Substantial Vocational Evidence’

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented for the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) virtually regarding ‘FRE702 – Federal Rules of Evidence – Substantial Vocational Evidence’ virtually via Zoom video conferencing. Mr. Diaz presented on June 19, 2024 alongside Rod Stoneburner. In this presentation, they discussed the foundational requirements for a Vocational Expert.

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Diaz & Company is increasing their Retainer Fee.

Published on: 03/4/24 1:36 PM

Effective March 1, 2024, Diaz & Company will be increasing their retainer fee payment to $2,000.00. Diaz & Company has not increased their retainer fee in over a decade. The retainer fee payments are required at the onset of case referral. Upon receipt of your referral form and retainer fee payment, we will begin processing your case for a Vocational Evaluation and Vocational Opinion Report.

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Frank Diaz presented for the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) virtually regarding ‘Forensic Vocational Evaluations: California Workers’ Nunes Decision!

Published on: 03/4/24 1:35 PM

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented for the International Association of Rehabilitation Professionals (IARP) virtually regarding ‘Forensic Vocational Evaluations: California Workers’ Nunes Decision’ virtually via Zoom video conferencing. Mr. Diaz presented on December 13, 2023 alongside Rod Stoneburner and Steve Ramirez. In this presentation, they discussed vocational disability in review of medical apportionment.

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Frank Diaz presented at the 2023 CAAA Rating Seminar!

Published on: 03/4/24 1:35 PM

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented at the California Applicant Attorneys’ Association (CAAA) 2023 Rating Seminar in person in Monterey, California. The presentation was on ‘Addressing Apportionment to Ensure Proper Disability Ratings after Nunes v. State of CA DMV.’ Mr. Diaz presented on December 3, 2023 alongside Commissioner Joe Capurro, Michael Fujinaka, Alan Gurvey and Mark Gearheart. In this presentation, they discussed vocational disability in review of medical apportionment.

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Frank Diaz Presented at the 2023 CAAA Online Seminar!

Published on: 03/4/24 1:34 PM

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented at the California Applicant Attorneys’ Association (CAAA) 2023 Online Seminar virtually via Zoom video conferencing. Mr. Diaz presented on October 20, 2023 alongside Robert Mack, Benjamin Helfman, Christian Kerry and Cynthia Quiel. Their presentation was regarding ‘From Ogilvie to Nunes: Updates on the Current Law of the DFEC Land.’ In this presentation, they discussed ¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬¬ vocational disability in review of medical apportionment.

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FRANK DIAZ PRESENTED AT THE 2021 CAAA SUMMER CONVENTION!

Published on: 07/8/21 1:52 PM

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented at the California Applicant Attorneys’ Association (CAAA) 2021 Summer Convention virtually via Zoom video conferencing.  Mr. Diaz presented on June 26, 2021 alongside Mark Gearheart, Esq. (Moderator), Bert Arnold, Esq., and Sherry Grant, Esq.  Their presentation was regarding “PDRS REBUTTAL WITH VOCATIONAL EVIDENCE.” In this presentation, they discussed how to identify cases where PDRS rating should be challenged, AMA Guides endorsement of the use of vocational evidence, how to recognize flaws in the defense vocational expert’s opinions and getting your vocational experts paid.

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FRANK DIAZ PRESENTED AT CAAA VIRTUALLY!

Published on: 11/23/20 4:12 PM

Mr. Frank P. Diaz, CDMS presented at the California Applicant Attorneys’ Association (CAAA) virtually via Zoom video conferencing in 2020.  Mr. Diaz presented on October 22, 2020 alongside Mark Gearheart, Esq.. Their presentation was regarding “HOW TO USE VOCATIONAL EXPERT EVIDENCE TO DETERMINE THE ACCURATE PERMANENT DISABILITY FOR YOUR CLIENT.” This presentation was put forth by the East Bay and San Francisco Chapters of CAAA.