Can my benefit be restarted?

Most likely not, for the reasons stated by Mr. Feld above. If your "settlement" was really a "schedule loss of use", perhaps, although the carrier...

No, you can't sue an insurance company for being an insurance company. The entire insurance industry is built on a model that accepts money in...

I agree with all the answers posted by my NYS Workers' Compensation-practicing colleagues above. To amplify a little bit on something your lawyer...

CAN I ask state insurance CARRIER for ADVANCE LOAN or my lawyer

No lawyer would or should ever lend you money; it places them in an adversarial position with you--they are the creditor and you're the...

What can I do to reopen a w/c case

Everyone responding is correct. You should immediately consult with an attorney experienced in NYS Workers' Compensation who will help you get the...

Can I fight for disability if I resign from my job or am terminated due to illness?

There are a LOT of issues packed into this question. You never say whether you ever filed a claim with the Workers' Compensation Board for your...

An "RFA" form is the Workers' Compensation Board's form to request action; the "RFA" stands for "Request for Further Action". An RFA-1 is used by...

How should I be dealing with this situation? Is this legal? Should I be talking to a lawyer? Do I have a case against them?

If you were injured on the job, you should immediately speak to an attorney about your Workers' Compensation claim. Even though your employer may...

I agree with all the responses so far. No one's broken out the strategic considerations though--in other words, maximizing your financial outcome...

Can I take legal action? Will I have a case?

I agree with all the other responses to your question. To round out the information, I'd like to add that you should file your claim immediately;...