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Why would I have to pay an advocate group my long term disability company suggested for me to help me get on Social Security ?
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Answered on March 29, 2019
First, in regards to the fee, it's not 25% of $6k. It's 25% of whatever back benefits you are owed, up to a a maximum of $6k. Second, Long term...
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Should I get a lawyer?
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Answered on March 28, 2019
I agree with Atty. Ramsey. A good attorney will help make sure the treatment you need gets covered, and will make sure you get compensated for any...
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Not getting any answers ?
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Answered on March 20, 2019
I agree with Atty. Young. I think we are always a little reluctant to take a case away from a colleague unless we know for sure that you've tried...
Can I make a claim on a 90 day probation with the job as a new employee
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Answered on March 18, 2019
Yes, you can absolutely file a workers' comp claim. Massachusetts does not recognize probationary periods as a qualifier for WC benefits. You...
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Worker's compensation. New injuries in an existing claim.
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Answered on March 16, 2019
If I followed this correctly, it sounds like your original claim from 2017 included both knees and both hands, but that claim eventually came to a...
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Ive been our on short term disability for my back it runs out in 8 weeks ?no long term. cant go back to this job im 65 in august
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Answered on March 15, 2019
A couple of thoughts. First, workers' compensation would be an uphill battle. Generally speaking, claims for injuries suffered over the course of...
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A medical decision has been made and we are working to process your decision.
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Answered on January 12, 2019
Agree with the other two attorneys, but you said you are on your first appeal? If that is the case, then in Massachusetts that means you are in...
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Is my ex entitled to my workers compensation settlement?
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Answered on January 12, 2019
If you have been divorced for 10 years and your injury only goes back 2 years, then NO, your ex cannot take any part of your settlement. However,...
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Will I be paid my wages by workmans comp for a injury I sustained in September of 2017
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Answered on January 08, 2019
Yes! Absolutely. If the reason you are going out of work is to undergo surgery on the knee that was injured in the original work accident, then...
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Can I file a lawsuit against my employer for making me come to work on a state snow emergency? Result a fall injury ..?
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Answered on January 03, 2019
Sorry to say, but I agree with Attorney Ramsey. Your only recourse under the circumstances is for workers' compensation benefits.
That said,...