Are you a retired professional athlete?
You may be entitled to significant workers' compensation benefits under California law — even if you haven't played in decades. Let us help you get the compensation you deserve.
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How It Works
Three simple steps to getting the compensation you deserve
Contact Our Team
Reach out for a free, confidential consultation in the chat. We'll reach out to discuss your playing history and potential eligibility.
Check Eligibility
Our team reviews your career history, medical records, and California connections to determine your eligibility.
Get Compensated
We handle the entire claims process so you can focus on your health while we secure your benefits.
What You May Be Eligible For
California workers' compensation benefits for professional athletes can include:
Future Medical Care
Ongoing treatment for injuries sustained during your career
Out of Pocket Expenses
Reimbursement for medical costs you've already paid
Cash Settlement
Lump sum payment for permanent disability
Life Pension
Ongoing payments for qualifying permanent disabilities
Did You Know?
California has some of the most comprehensive workers' compensation laws
in the country — and they extend to professional athletes.
You May Qualify Even If...
You played over 30 years ago
You never had a documented injury
You've already retired from the sport
You played for teams outside California but had California connections
You think it's too late to file a claim
You May Qualify Even If...
Professional athletes often suffer from cumulative trauma — the wear and tear on the body from years of intense physical activity. Under California law, these injuries are compensable through the workers' compensation system.
Taking control of your situation is now possible. Our team specializes in helping retired professional athletes navigate the claims process and secure the benefits they deserve.
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You may be entitled to significant workers' compensation benefits under California law — even if you haven't played in decades.
Let us help you get the compensation you deserve.
Meet Your Attorney
Ryan Davis
Managing Partner · NBA Certified Agent
Ryan Davis is the managing partner of Golden State Workers Compensation. Mr. Davis received a juris doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law in May of 2014 and is a current member of the California Bar Association.
Mr. Davis is also an NBA certified agent and has represented clients such as Jason Terry. In addition to his professional commitments, Mr. Davis takes an active interest in a variety of volunteer and speaking engagements.
Mr. Davis has volunteered numerous times at Berkeley Youth Alternative, which is a non-profit for at risk youth, in Berkeley, California. These volunteer activities include mentorship, career planning, and officiating youth sports. When time permits, Mr. Davis also visits Thomas Jefferson School of Law and lectures law students.
Mr. Davis decided to embark on a career fighting for injured workers after seeing a family member personally affected. Mr. Davis' has an uncle who was severely impacted by a work-related injury. Seeing his uncle frustrated daily by the insurance company, Mr. Davis became motivated to get involved. Mr. Davis is very active in his community and enjoys zealously advocating for the rights of injured workers.
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Making a false or fraudulent workers compensation claim is a felony subject to up to 5 years in prison or a fine of up to $50,000 or double the value of the fraud, whichever is greater or by both imprisonment and fine. Ryan Davis Esq., Dante Pride Esq.
Ryan Davis Esq., Dante Pride Esq.
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