Vysh Chandra

Vysh Chandra, Workers Comp Attorney in Sherman Oaks, California

Over 18 years of legal practice

AttorneyatMichael Burgis & Associates, P.C.

Sherman Oaks, CA

Practicing workers comp in Sherman Oaks since 2008.

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Vysh Chandra is an attorney based in Sherman Oaks, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Vysh has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael Burgis & Associates, P.C..

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Sherman Oaks, CA
Experience
over 18 years
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Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Sherman Oaks, CA.
  • Over 18 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Vysh Chandra: Vysh Chandra is an attorney based in Sherman Oaks, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Vysh has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael Burgis & Associates, P.C..

Areas of practice

Legal matters Vysh takes on

Vysh concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Vysh handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Workers Comp cases in Sherman Oaks, California

Vysh takes workers comp matters in Sherman Oaks, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Vysh agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Vysh Chandra — workers comp lawyer in Sherman Oaks

Vysh Chandra is an attorney based in Sherman Oaks, CA. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Vysh has over 18 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Michael Burgis & Associates, P.C..

Vyshnavi Chandrasekaran (“Vysh Chandra”) Esq. is a trial attorney with over a decade of experience representing insurance carriers, third party administrators, and self-insured employers in workers’ compensation matters. She is a California State Bar Certified Legal Specialist in the field of Workers’ Compensation and heads the firm’s Legal Research and Writing Department, drafting all necessary pleadings to provide the injured worker with prompt medical treatment and maximal recovery, including Penalty Petitions to punish insurance companies for avoiding their legal obligation to provide benefits.

Vysh, a California native, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology with a minor in Political Science from the University of California, Los Angeles, in 2002. In 2007, Vysh earned a Juris Doctor from Southwestern Law School and was admitted to the California Bar. During law school, Vysh also earned the sought-after “CALI Award,” given to the student with the highest grade in a class, in Legal Research & Writing I, Legal Research & Writing II, Contracts I, and Debtor-Creditor Relations.

As a defense attorney, Vysh was hand-selected by several insurance carriers to defend against catastrophic cases with complex medical issues and significant future medical care exposure. Vysh has conducted several training seminars for claims professionals to ensure they are compliant with the law. A great defense attorney knows how to issue-spot all the potential weaknesses in a case where there is significant exposure. Vysh uses this longstanding, cultivated skill for the benefit of the injured worker to ensure that every potential benefit is realized and every bad faith act by the Defendant is punished.

Working with Vysh on a workers comp matter

Vyshnavi Chandrasekaran (“Vysh Chandra”) Esq. is a trial attorney with over a decade of experience representing insurance carriers, third party administrators, and self-insured employers in workers’ compensation matters. She is a California State Bar Certified Legal Specialist in the field of Workers’ Compensation and heads the firm’s Legal Research and Writing Department, drafting all necessary…

Who Vysh represents

Vysh reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Sherman Oaks and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Southwestern University School of Law

    J.D. · 2007

  • University of California

    B.A. Anthropology · 2002

Jurisdictions

Vysh's state bar admissions

  • United States Distri

    2008 · ACTIVE

  • California

    2008 · ACTIVE

Vysh studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. Anthropology in University of California.

Law school and academic background

Vysh completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. Anthropology in University of California. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Vysh runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Vysh's professional memberships and bar associations

  • State Bar of California (Commissioner, Workers' Compensation Law Advisory Commission, 2016-2019 Vice Chair, Workers' Compensation Law Advisory Commission, 2018-2019

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Locations

Vysh Chandra's office in Sherman Oaks

Vysh's primary office is at 5900 Sepulveda Boulevard, Suite 215, Sherman Oaks, CA, 91411. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Michael Burgis & Associates, P.C.

5900 Sepulveda Boulevard, Suite 215

Sherman Oaks, CA 91411

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Hiring guide

How to hire Vysh Chandra — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Vysh usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Vysh charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vysh's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Vysh will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Sherman Oaks, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Vysh

Vysh discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Vysh confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Vysh's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Vysh Chandra

  • How much does it cost to hire Vysh for a workers comp case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Vysh walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Vysh offer a free consultation?

    Vysh charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Vysh's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Vysh's current terms during booking.

  • How long do workers comp cases in California typically take?

    Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Vysh gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Vysh take my case if I'm outside Sherman Oaks?

    Vysh is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Vysh will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Vysh?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Vysh will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Vysh accepting new workers comp clients right now?

    Vysh's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Workers Comp attorneys serving Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California

Vysh handles workers comp matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.

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