Can pre existing injuries prevent me from receiving workers comp.

You do have rights. You can have an aggravation of a pre-existing condition and have it covered by workers comp. For example, we have many...

A back injury is considered an "unscheduled" injury in Arizona, meaning that it is not on the "schedule" of impairments found at ARS 23-1044. In...

What do I do when I have fired my attorney but, Workman Comp has not been notified yet?

The question is whether you settled the case entirely or just stipulated to a lifetime award. If you settled the case in its entirety, and the...

How many jobs do I need to look for and in what time frame for workman's comp and what form do i need to fill out?

The form the carrier is referring to is a Monthly Status Report where you report your monthly earnings and job search. The carrier should provide...

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What is the best way to retain a lawyer for workers comp and employment law.

I would ask your former WC lawyer for the REAL reason he or she withdrew from your case. It is my experience that attorneys who have no guts often...

Does plaintiff have to appear in court at the workers compensation trial?

In almost every state, the applicant MUST be present at the initial hearing. Usually, his or her credibility is at issue and a judge cannot...

Ss benefits for a deported person

IN many cases, a person can receive their social security benefits even if they are in another country. Generally, in order to qualify for Social...

I was Terminated from my Position 6 days after I was put on Light duty status/workers comp for other unrelated reasons

First, in most cases in Arizona, you have a right to choose your own treating doctor, and the carrier should respect any referrals that physician...

My L5-S1 disk is still not fixed Dr. cutting my PT and sending me back to work and I am still in a lot of pain what should I do?

One big red flag you mention is the "case manager". Many times insurance carriers hire case managers to attend doctors appointments and move the...

What are the options for the injured employee and MANDATORY FCE re-injured employee?

I agree with Mr. Weekley. You should consult with an attorney as soon as possible. Once your permanent benefits are set, they are very difficult to...