Massachusetts Workers Compensation Legal Advice (33 found)

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Andrew Daniel Myers
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Workers compensation attorneys in Massachusetts may not charge you a fee for an...
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James Riley Hodder's answer
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First, make sure you fill out an incident report at work, to show that this was...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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You are not required to stay at home, but if your injuries prevent you from...
Daniel Malis
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There is a often-cited case about disability that states that for a person to...
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L. Maxwell Taylor
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I'm not hearing that you were fired. I'm hearing that you were injured in the...
Daniel Malis
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Brenda: Sorry for your trouble. I'd love to be able to answer your question,...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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I'm not sure what the letters were, and that may have an impact on your case....
Daniel Malis
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In Massachusetts, An employer cannot terminate you on the grounds that you have...
Bruce S Lipsey
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There is a statute of limitations of 4 years in Massachusetts WC law. In...
Bruce S Lipsey
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If you settled your cae WITH liability, your attorney who handled the...
Bruce S Lipsey
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Insurers will at times indicate the file is closed even though the settlement...
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Ronald Anthony Sarno
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In most states you must be paid for the work you do. Taking time off even for a...
Bruce S Lipsey
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Workers' Compensation is a fickle system. Sometimes it works smoothly and...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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It sounds like you are seeking a second opinion as to your lawyer's strategy....
Steven J. Margolis
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Your brother's estate may well have a case. In many, if not most states, a...
Guy Scott DiMartino
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I agree with Mr. Margolis. I do not practice in WA so the information provided...
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Jessica Ann Foley
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Workers Compensation is not something that is part of your severance package....
John Thomas Gosselin
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In Massachusetts there is no requirement to pay severance pay by an employer,...
William T Harrington
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I would go back to your doctor and explain the duties of both jobs and ask his...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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I would not simply quit any job, but ensure that your precise limitations are...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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I'd suggest filing a 110 with the DIA. That offer of settlement might have...
Avvo Staff Moderator
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If you're not happy with your lawyer, consider finding another. Here is a list...
Bruce S Lipsey
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I am a Massachusetts lawyer. You can call me with questions. 781-829-9100....
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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If your employer is large enough, and you have put in enough time, you are...
Robert W. Kovacs Jr.
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It seems as though your situation warrants contacting a personal injury /...
Elizabeth Taylor Herd
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I am not licensed in MA and can offer you only general advice. You will need...
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Bruce S Lipsey
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This is a very typical scenario. You should absolutely pursue a workers'...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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If you have not resolved the situation, you may wish now to reassess your...
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Bruce S Lipsey
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While there is a four year statue of limitations for filing a comp claim in...
Bruce S Lipsey
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While there is a four year statue of limitations for filing a comp claim in...
Lars A. Lundeen
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As I am licensed in Florida and Vermont, I cannot comment specifically on the...
David C. Garner
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I don't quite understand your facts. First you say that your father's...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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If you are still not receiving your payments, you should file a Form 110 with...
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Jay M Wolman's answer
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You should consult with an attorney. The settlement funds will likely not be...
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Yes, my father is permitted disabled from work. He has be receiving workmen’s...

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