Althauser Rayan Abbarno – Protecting Injured Workers Across Washington
A workplace injury can turn your life upside down. Navigating Washington State’s workers’ compensation system (L&I) while trying to heal can be stressful and confusing. At Althauser Rayan Abbarno, our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys make sure you receive every benefit and protection the law provides — and we guide you safely back to work with the support you need.
We proudly offer:
- Free injury consultations
- Consultations in Spanish (Consultas gratuitas y en español)
- Decades of experience serving injured workers throughout Washington State
Returning to Work After a Workplace Injury
Returning to work—safely and at the right time—is an important part of the workers’ compensation system. Washington has multiple programs to help you return to work, maintain your income, and stay connected to your employer. Our attorneys ensure your rights are protected at every step.
Light Duty Job Modifications
Your employer and doctor may work together to create a light-duty or modified job that meets your medical restrictions.
How we help:
- Review light-duty job offers to make sure they are safe
- Ensure the work matches your medical and physical restrictions
- Protect you from pressure or retaliation
- Communicate with your doctor and employer on your behalf
Light-duty jobs can help you stay employed while you recover — but only if they are safe and appropriate.
Preferred Worker Program
If you have permanent work restrictions, you may qualify for Washington State’s Preferred Worker Program.
As a certified preferred worker:
- Your employer receives incentives to create a suitable job
- You gain priority in returning to safe and permanent work
- You may be shielded from certain employment risks
Althauser Rayan Abbarno helps determine your eligibility, secure certification, and ensure your employer meets the requirements of the program.
Training and Retraining Options
If you cannot return to your old job, L&I may offer vocational retraining through a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC).
You may qualify for:
- A retraining plan for a new career
- Tuition for college, trade school, or technical programs
- A worker retraining allowance during training
- Job placement assistance after graduation
Our attorneys help you evaluate retraining plans, challenge inadequate proposals, and keep your benefits active throughout the process.
WorkSource and L&I Vocational Services
Washington’s WorkSource Centers partner with L&I to help injured workers return to work.
A Vocational Services Specialist can help with:
- Job search support
- Resume and interview preparation
- Skills assessment and training resources
- Navigation of L&I vocational programs
We make sure you are connected to every available resource and that L&I meets its obligations.
Programs for Your Employer
Washington offers programs that help employers reduce costs and return workers to safe employment quickly.
These programs include:
- Stay at Work reimbursements
- Transitional work incentives
- Preferred Worker incentives
We ensure these tools are used fairly and legally, and that you are never pressured into unsafe work or denied your rights.
Why Injured Workers Choose Althauser Rayan Abbarno
Our workers’ compensation team helps you secure:
- Medical treatment and provider choice
- Time-loss compensation and wage replacement
- Permanent partial disability (PPD) awards
- Access to retraining and vocational services
- Independent medical exam (IME) review and preparation
- Preferred Worker designation
- Protection from retaliation or discrimination
We fight for injured workers — and we offer free injury consultations, including in Spanish.
Consultas gratuitas y en español: ¡Estamos aquí para ayudarle!
Contact Althauser Rayan Abbarno Today
If you’ve been injured at work, don’t navigate the L&I maze alone. Our attorneys are ready to help you understand your rights, fight for your benefits, and guide your safe return to work.
📞 Call Today: 360-736-1301
🌐 Visit: CentraliaLaw.com
🏢 Office in Centralia
🗣️ Free consultations — Hablamos Español
Althauser Rayan Abbarno — Standing Up for Injured Workers Across Washington State.
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