If the law judge has not approved the settlement yet, you should be able to withdraw from the agreement. In terms of whether you should withdraw...

You are likely entitled to an increase, which will be dictated by what your doctor gives as his medical opinion. The insurance carrier will likely...

Your doctor is going to give an opinion at the conclusion of treatment as to what permanency, if any you have to your right leg/knee. This will...

How can i get a copy of a workers comp hearing award letter?

The board should be mailing you a copy of the decision or your attorney will have access to it.

Can you receive a schedule loss settlement for a re-injured body part?

This is a hot button issue in workers' compensation currently. The carrier will likely argue to have your prior knee schedule loss of use award...

It sounds like the Law Judge amended the onset date to February of 2018. You should discuss with your attorney whether you have a winnable appeal.

Your doctor determines schedule loss of use based on the workers compensation permanency guidelines. Once your doctor submits his opinion to the...

What is next? The IME stayed in his recent report, could work light duty with restrictions, no heavy lifting.?

Depending on what the IME gave as a current degree of disability, the carrier could attempt to lower your weekly checks. It may be in your interest...

PPD will be calculated based on your medical reports, the insurance carrier doctor, your testimony and your average weekly wage. I agree with my...

You can appeal within 30 days of the decision, regardless of whether they pay you on time. You can also get an increase to your slu in the future...