Yolanda Rivera
Bothell Workers Comp Law
Bothell, Washington · 19 Years Experience
About Yolanda Rivera
Yolanda Rivera is a board-certified workers' compensation specialist with 19 years of experience serving clients in Bothell and throughout Washington. Her firm handles all types of work injury claims from initial filing through appeals, and she offers free consultations to all prospective clients.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- FMLA
- ADA Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Yolanda Rivera 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 Washington. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Yolanda Rivera handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Washington, including Denied Claims, Slip and Fall, Repetitive Stress, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Washington, 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 Yolanda immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Yolanda Rivera's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 19 years of experience in Washington workers' comp law, Yolanda knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Yolanda Rivera primarily serves clients in Bothell and the surrounding Washington area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Washington and were injured at work, contact Yolanda's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Ohio State University School of Law
- Bar Washington State Bar, admitted 2007
- Mbr Washington Workers' Compensation Bar Association