I was wondering how long after a settlement number is offered to the insurance company should I have to wait for them to answer?

You should seek counsel from an attorney as to the pursuit of a timely claim against the employer/carrier and whether a settlement is...

You can apply for FMLA and the protections provided would run concurrent with your pending workers' compensation claim. Interestingly, employees...

What is the payment settlement for 23% disability for a case over 4 years that suffered PTSD, anxiety, and nerve damage?

Each rating you are assigned translates to a certain sum of weeks you are entitled to as your "award" (referred to as permanent partial disability)...

Is it safe to call out of work due to an injury at work while on workers comp?

You are not doing something wrong by advising your employer you cannot return to work should you have a note from a physician rendering you...

Permanent partial disability pursuant to statute Section 31-308(b) is not "capped" at any particular rating. Physicians often make assessments...

I'm having surgery because of my job on my wrist,do work comp,at the end do they give me some more money because of my injury

There are different categories of benefits paid by the responsible insurance carrier at different stages of your claim. It is difficult to...

I had surgery on workers comp.claim. I received a VA but the employer decided to pay me my regular pay? Is this illegal

Consistent with Attorney Sevarino's response, it's time to hire a lawyer to address the substantive issue of payment and the delay in resolution.

What do I do, just settle, get lawyer or fight the commissioner for more time on workman's comp .

In these circumstances, an attorney can best advocate for your best interests and act as a liaison between you and your physician. It would be...

What can I do about them refusing to actually treat the injury for over 3 years now?

In order to move through the process with efficiency, you will be best suited requesting and then attending a hearing to address the issue of...

I was hurt at my job can I collect workmen comp and std that I pay for

If your workers' compensation claim is accepted, then that should be your primary pursuit. You will be compensated for lost time and/or any need...