Questions answered by James M. Clancy

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Can I be laid off after 3 operations after be hurt at work?

James's answer | Answered on January 03, 2013

Being out on Workers Comp will not protect your job under NJ law. The ADA( reasonable accommodation ) and the FMLA( unpaid leave of absence) may...

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Can worker's comp continuely deny// not authorize ongoing treatments and medications that have been approved for 14 yrs?

James's answer | Answered on January 03, 2013

They are not allowed to intentionally deny medications that they have agreed to pay for. While I agree that the adjuster may delay on purpose,...

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Ice threats

James's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

If you are in the country legally do not worry. You cannot stop idol threats, some people are just not pleasant. ICE will not give notice proir to...

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Can i obtain a copy of a recorded stantment from a wc adjuster

James's answer | Answered on December 31, 2012

Yes, you or your Lawyer may request a copy from the adjuster.

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How can I apply for disablement in Oklahoma, if I can't afford to go to a Doctor to prove my disability?

James's answer | Answered on December 28, 2012

You can't receive Social Security retirement benefits and disability benefits at the same time (with one small exception. The Social Security...

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If i was on workers comp all of 2012 do i have to file a tax return?

James's answer | Answered on December 26, 2012

If it was for wage replacement in the nature of Temporay Disability then you do not report it to the IRS. If it was for permenancy and it offset...

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If on Work Comp., company has to pay for time went to THEIR doctor, correct? Back injury happened in FL.

James's answer | Answered on December 26, 2012

Getting paid for time spent traveling to a physician is generally not allowed unless you are out on temp comp. There are many fine workers conp...

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My present workers compensation claim has just been denied, i have a proposed reconsideration on motion, the defendant entire ca

James's answer | Answered on December 26, 2012

The Kentucky system and NJ are similar in benefits and administration. You cannot effectively process your claim with out an attorney. Find the...

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Can cubital tunnel can be considered a worker's comp issue in Michigan, and could my company be responsible for medical bills?

James's answer | Answered on December 12, 2012

Cubital tunnel syndrome has several possible causes. The ulnar nerve actually stretches several millimeters when the elbow is bent. Sometimes the...

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Can my Workmans Comp. Dr. make me go back to reg. duty 6 wks. after my surgery even tho Im still in alot of pain?

James's answer | Answered on December 12, 2012

Your doctor is the one who medically decides when you can return to work. You do not have to accept his opinion, but if you choose to stay home...

James M. Clancy's Answers (455)

Can I be laid off after 3 operations after be hurt at work?

Can worker's comp continuely deny// not authorize ongoing treatments and medications that have been approved for 14 yrs?

Ice threats

Can i obtain a copy of a recorded stantment from a wc adjuster

How can I apply for disablement in Oklahoma, if I can't afford to go to a Doctor to prove my disability?

If i was on workers comp all of 2012 do i have to file a tax return?

If on Work Comp., company has to pay for time went to THEIR doctor, correct? Back injury happened in FL.

My present workers compensation claim has just been denied, i have a proposed reconsideration on motion, the defendant entire ca

Can cubital tunnel can be considered a worker's comp issue in Michigan, and could my company be responsible for medical bills?

Can my Workmans Comp. Dr. make me go back to reg. duty 6 wks. after my surgery even tho Im still in alot of pain?