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How may I obtain a copy of the outcme of my workmans comp depositon taken 2 1/2 yrs ago?

It appears that you are asking two separate questions. First, I think that you are asking if you can get a copy of your desposition (a deposition is a when opposing counsel meets with you and your lawyer to cross examine you about your claim). Typically, depositions are done in your lawyer's office before a court reporter who transcribes each and every word spoken. Assuming that your deposition was recorded, you should be able to get a copy of it from your lawyer, or, if your lawyer did...

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I AM IN GEORGIA,IS IT TRUE THAT IN ORDER TO ACCEPT A SETTLEMENT YOU MUST RESIGNED

There is no requirement that you resign from your job when you accept a settlement. However, many employers will ask for a resignation as part of a settlement - it depends on the employer. Statistically an employee who has been injured has a greater likelihood of a future injure, which means that the insurance premiums paid by the employer may go up if previously injured workers return to work. Thus, many employers and their insurance companies are willing to trade a resignation for more...

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Can I get laid off while on workmans comp? If so is my workmans comp case closed?

Generally the answer to this question is "yes" you can be fired or laid off while receiving workers' compensation benefits. However, your job termination does not eliminate your employer's obligations to you under the worker's compensation claim. Workers' compensation rules vary from state to state and you should seek experienced counsel in your state for advice relating to your particular case. I practice in Georgia, and under the law here, an employee can be fired for any reason as long...

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I was assaulted at work at the Veterans Administration in NC. Who do I sue?

If you are a federal employee, you will need to file a federal workers' compensation claim. You can learn more about federal workers' compensation claims at http://www.dol.gov/esa/owcp/index.htm. If you are employed by the State of North Carolina or a private employer you would need to file a State workers' compensation claim. I would suggest that you contact a North Carolina workers' compensation lawyer regarding time deadlines applicable in your case and also to see if you have any...