If you're a worker who has recently suffered an injury, chances are you've heard of peer reviews in workers' compensation. But what exactly do they entail? What is the purpose of a peer review and why should injured workers take advantage of them?

If you've ever pursued a workers' compensation claim, you may have heard the term "Independent Medical Review," or IMR. It's a critical part of California's workers' compensation system, providing a valuable alternative to court disputes for injured employees.