I rear-ended someone on a highway when someone made an unexpected lane change without a signal blinker. Will I be at fault?

It always depends on the facts, but usually if you rear end someone you are going to be presumed more at fault. You need to operate your vehicle in...

If they do not want to give you a copy, then you probably will not be able to get a copy at this stage of the claim. The IME company will not give...

I was injures @ work. My company is one company located in a site that is also owned by the same owners but under a different

You should get a lawyer who handles both WC and personal injury claims.

Why will a claim adjuster in a workers compensation case will fail to mail me a copy of the IME report they sent me too?

They probably will not send you a copy now because it is favorable to you. You should really consult a lawyer who handles a lot of WC cases before...

How can I negotiate a child support debt with the DOR in Massachusetts prior to settling a worker compensation case

That needs to be dealt with through the child support unit. The may not negotiate that amount. The Dept. Of Industrial Accidents will not approve...

What is the most a worker compensation attorney in Massachusetts can charge me for representation? I know that the attorneys get

The insurer pays if your attorney prevails on a claim. If there is ongoing weekly compensation benefits paid to you, the insurer can withhold 22%...

What does it means to have my claim adjuster saying to me that we might settle my case?

Settlement can be on an accepted basis or an unaccepted basis. Unaccepted means they are paying a lump payment but that is the end of the case....

When does a worker compensation case moves to total permanent disability from total temporary disability?

Generally if you are unable to perform substantial gainful employment in the open labor market, and your medical condition is not going to improve...

What are the things to avoid doing to damage an ongoing workers compensation claim?

I agree that it is too broad a question without enough specific facts about injuries, work history, educational history, age and current medical...

Do I have a specific time to submit a form 110 to the compensation board in Massachusetts?

It is best to submit it as soon as possible. The statute of limitations for filing a workers' compensation claim in Mass. is 4 years.