This version of the form is not currently in use and is provided for reference only. Download this version of Form I&A5 for the current year.
This is a legal form that was released by the California Department of Industrial Relations - Division of Workers' Compensation - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form I&A5?
A: Form I&A5 is a document used in California for filing a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed.
Q: What is a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed?
A: A Declaration of Readiness to Proceed is a legal document that indicates a party's desire to move forward with a hearing or trial in a workers' compensation case in California.
Q: Why would someone file a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed?
A: Someone may file a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed to request a hearing or trial date, or to move the case forward.
Q: Are there any fees associated with filing Form I&A5?
A: No, there are no fees associated with filing Form I&A5.
Q: Do I need a lawyer to file a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed?
A: You are not required to have a lawyer to file a Declaration of Readiness to Proceed, but it is recommended to seek legal advice if you are unfamiliar with the process or have complex issues in your case.
Q: What happens after I file Form I&A5?
A: After filing Form I&A5, the opposing party will have an opportunity to respond and the judge will review the request for a hearing or trial date.
Form Details:
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