Business Details
29 Years
experience
Workers' Compensation Defense Experts in Los Angeles
Since 1997, Wai & Connor has specialized in workers' compensation defense for Fortune 1000 companies and insurance carriers across California. Our firm combines decades of collective experience with a proactive litigation approach, handling complex cases before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. We provide strategic analysis, aggressive defense tactics, and appellate representation, while maintaining a strong focus on client satisfaction.Certified as a Minority Women-Owned Business by the California Public Utilities Commission, we serve clients from offices in Los Angeles, Concord, and San Diego. Our attorneys have been recognized for their expertise in defending serious and willful misconduct claims, 132a discrimination cases, and pandemic-related workplace injury disputes.
Services
Workers' Compensation Defense
Appellate Work
Litigation Strategy
Fraud Investigation
Training Programs
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- Specializing in workers' compensation defense since 1997
- Certified as Minority Women-Owned Business by California PUC
- Exclusive counsel for Fortune 1000 companies in California
- Proven track record in complex appellate cases
- Comprehensive fraud investigation capabilities
Associations and certifications
- California Public Utilities Commission (MBE/WBE)
Services
Workers' Compensation Defense
We provide comprehensive defense services for workers' compensation claims, including litigation strategy, fraud investigation, and appellate representation. Our attorneys specialize in defending serious and willful misconduct claims and 132a discrimination cases. With decades of experience handling complex cases for Fortune 1000 companies, we offer strategic analysis and aggressive defense tactics tailored to each client's needs.
Appellate Work
Our firm handles all appellate matters including petitions for removal, reconsideration, and writs before the Court of Appeal. We specialize in complex legal arguments and have successfully represented clients before the California Supreme Court. Our attorneys also file amicus curiae briefs to shape legal precedents affecting workers' compensation law.
Litigation Strategy
We develop customized litigation strategies for workers' compensation cases, balancing aggressive defense with cost-effective resolutions. Our approach includes expert cross-examination, sub rosa surveillance, and collaboration with investigative agencies. We provide detailed actuarial analysis to help clients decide which cases to litigate and which to resolve quickly.
Fraud Investigation
Our firm conducts thorough investigations of potential fraudulent claims through document analysis, depositions, and interviews. We collaborate with special investigations units, law enforcement, and the Department of Insurance to identify false injury claims and complex fraud schemes involving medical providers.
Training Programs
We offer customized training programs for employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators on workers' compensation procedures and compliance. Our attorneys also provide specialized instruction at Sedgwick Claims College on Workers' Compensation Appeals Board practices and procedures.
People
Bonnie Wai
Founding Partner
With over 25 years of experience, Bonnie Wai specializes in complex workers' compensation defense, focusing on appellate strategy and serious misconduct claims. She has successfully represented Fortune 1000 companies in high-stakes litigation matters across California.
Gregory L. Connor
Founding Partner
Gregory Connor brings extensive expertise in workers' compensation litigation, with particular focus on fraud investigation and expert cross-examination. He has developed innovative defense strategies that have shaped legal precedents in California workers' compensation law.
Houman Hamidzadeh
Managing Partner
Houman Hamidzadeh oversees the firm's strategic direction and case management. His practice emphasizes complex litigation strategy, appellate work, and defending employers against serious and willful misconduct claims under California labor law.
Gil Tabachnik
Partner
Gil Tabachnik specializes in appellate litigation and complex workers' compensation cases. With over 20 years of experience, he has successfully argued numerous cases before the California Supreme Court and Court of Appeal.
Andrew Anschultz
Associate
Andrew Anschultz focuses on litigation strategy and fraud investigation. He assists clients with case analysis, expert cross-examination, and developing cost-effective defense approaches for complex workers' compensation claims.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialize in?
We specialize in workers' compensation defense for employers and insurance companies, including litigation, appellate work, fraud investigation, and defense of 132a discrimination claims.
Do you handle cases outside Southern California?
Yes, we cover all Workers' Compensation Appeals Board locations in California, with offices in Los Angeles, Concord, and San Diego.
What makes your firm unique?
We combine decades of experience with a proactive litigation approach, certified as a Minority Women-Owned Business by the California Public Utilities Commission.
Do you offer training programs for employers?
Yes, we provide customized training programs for employers, carriers, and third-party administrators on workers' compensation procedures and compliance.
