About Law Offices of Armen Yedalyan A Professional Law Corporation — Personal Injury Sherman Oaks, California
The Law Offices of Armen Yedalyan A Professional Law Corporation handles personal injury Sherman Oaks work-injury matters with credentials that distinguish it in Los Angeles County: attorney Armen Yedalyan, Esq. is a State Bar of California Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law — a designation held by fewer than 2% of California attorneys. Licensed since 2012 with more than 13 years of experience, Yedalyan concentrates on workers’ compensation overlap claims, catastrophic work injuries, cumulative trauma, and personal injury claims arising from on-the-job incidents in Los Angeles County. Free expert consultations are available and the firm operates on a no-fee-unless-we-win basis.
Certified Specialist status means the State Bar has formally recognized Yedalyan’s depth of knowledge in workers’ compensation — relevant for Sherman Oaks workers whose job injuries also give rise to third-party personal injury claims. Review the full directory of personal injury Sherman Oaks attorneys to evaluate specialist credentials in Los Angeles County.
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No client reviews are currently on record for this listing. Armen Yedalyan’s State Bar Certified Specialist designation and membership in the California Applicant Attorneys Association (CAAA) reflect formal peer and bar recognition in the workers’ compensation and personal injury field.
Personal Injury Sherman Oaks — Practice Areas & Services
- Workers’ Compensation & Personal Injury Overlap: Coordinating both work comp benefits and third-party personal injury claims when employer and third-party negligence both contribute to a workplace injury.
- Catastrophic Work Injury: Serious and permanent disability claims requiring life care planning and expert vocational testimony in Los Angeles County proceedings.
- Cumulative Trauma: Claims for injuries caused by repetitive workplace stress — back, shoulder, carpal tunnel, and hearing loss claims common in the LA County workforce.
- Denied Claims Defense: Challenging insurer denials of valid California workers’ compensation claims before the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board.
- Labor Code 132a Claims: Discrimination claims when an employer retaliates against an employee for filing a California workers’ compensation claim.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a State Bar Certified Specialist and why does it matter for my workers’ comp or personal injury case?
The California State Bar certifies specialists in certain practice areas — including workers’ compensation — after rigorous testing, peer review, and demonstrated case experience. Fewer than 2% of California attorneys hold any specialty certification. A Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law has demonstrated advanced knowledge of California’s workers’ comp system, WCAB procedures, and the intersection with personal injury law that applies when a third party contributes to a workplace injury.
What is cumulative trauma and how is it proven in a California workers’ comp claim?
Cumulative trauma (CT) claims cover injuries that develop gradually through repetitive workplace activity — such as back strain from repeated lifting, carpal tunnel from keyboard work, or hearing loss from industrial noise exposure. A CT claim accrues when the employee knew or should have known the condition was work-related — triggering the one-year filing deadline under Labor Code § 5405. Medical evidence from a treating physician establishing the causal connection between job duties and the condition is the cornerstone of a successful cumulative trauma claim before the WCAB in Los Angeles.
What is a Labor Code 132a discrimination claim in California?
Labor Code § 132a prohibits employers from discriminating against employees who file workers’ compensation claims. Covered conduct includes termination, demotion, pay reduction, or other adverse action taken in retaliation for asserting comp rights. A successful 132a claim allows the employee to recover reinstatement, lost wages, and up to a $10,000 penalty. The claim is filed with the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board, not in civil court — a procedural distinction that matters for how the case is handled.
Quick Facts: Personal Injury in Sherman Oaks, California
- California Traffic Fatalities (2023): 4,061 statewide — California Office of Traffic Safety
- CA Personal Injury Filings (2024): Over 40,000 personal injury cases filed statewide — Judicial Council of California
- CA Workers’ Comp Deadline: 1 year from date of injury or knowledge of work-relatedness (Labor Code § 5405) — California Labor Commissioner
