JetFile FAQ
Frequently asked questions about JetFile court filing.
What is JETFile?
JETFile is an integrated service in FluentCase that allows for the filing of court documents to the Department of Workers Compensation EAMs filing system.
What UANs do I use to file my SIBTF Compromise and Release?
When filing a SIBTF Compromise and Release, you should select either OD Legal Oakland or OD Legal Sacramento from the UAN lookup tool built into the form.
How do I submit an amended application for adjudication when the judge wants to see an actual form like the original application that was filed to open the claim?
- Navigate to the originally filed application in the matter and open the filing.
- Click clone.
- Click the “switch to paper file” link at the bottom of the page.
- Update the form with the changes to be filed.
- Click finalize.
- Click on new jetfile submission button.
- Select the unstructured form selection.
- Select the newly amended application.
- Select your proof of service.
- Submit to the court.
What are the business hours for submitting documents via jetfile?
BR-01 EAMS Hours
JET File submission shall be done within the following hours only:
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Mon – Sat | 4:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. |
| Sun | Closed |
What determines the "filing date" on my jetfiled submission?
BR-02 Filing Date
Any document submitted after 5:00 p.m., or on a holiday, Saturday or furlough day, and if processed without error is deemed filed as of the next business day. 8 Cal Code Reg § 10206.15.
Can I select a hearing date for my DOR?
No. The DIR only allows for the request for a hearing date via jetfile and only allows “Eforms” users to select a hearing date in the Eforms portal.
What forms can I file with JetFile in FluentCase?
JetFile in FluentCase supports filing the following forms with the Department of Workers Compensation EAMS system:
- Application for Adjudication (AA) - Initial application to open a workers’ compensation claim
- Compromise and Release (C&R) - Settlement agreements between parties
- Stipulated Findings and Award (SFA) - Agreed-upon findings and awards
- Declaration of Readiness to Proceed (DOR) - Request for hearing or trial
- Declaration of Readiness to Proceed Expedited - Expedited request for hearing or trial
- Answer to Application for Adjudication - Response to an application filed by another party
- Notice and Request for Allowance of Lien - Filing for medical provider liens
- Request for Consultative Ratings - Request for medical evaluation ratings
- Request for Summary Ratings - Request for summary medical ratings
- Unstructured Forms - Other court documents and correspondence that don’t fit standard form categories, including amended applications for adjudication and other custom filings
Additionally, JetFile allows you to file proof of service documents along with your primary filing to ensure proper notification of all parties.