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Peter Foster

The Foster Firm

El Monte, California · 30 Years Experience

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About Peter Foster

With a background in occupational medicine law, Peter Foster brings a scientific approach to workers' comp cases in El Monte, California. Over 30 years, he has handled thousands of cases involving occupational disease, repetitive stress injuries, and complex permanent disability ratings. Insurance companies take his calls seriously.

Workers CompensationPsychological InjuriesStress Claims

Practice Areas

  • Workers Compensation
  • Employment Law
  • Disability Benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

Peter Foster works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in California. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.

Peter Foster handles all types of workers' compensation cases in California, including Workers Compensation, Psychological Injuries, Stress Claims, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.

In California, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Peter immediately after any workplace injury.

Yes — claim denials are one of Peter Foster's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 30 years of experience in California workers' comp law, Peter knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.

Peter Foster primarily serves clients in El Monte and the surrounding California area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in California and were injured at work, contact Peter's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.

Education & Credentials

  • J.D. Suffolk University School of Law
  • Bar California State Bar, admitted 1996
  • Mbr California Workers' Compensation Bar Association