My workman's comp case has been settle I receive indemnity can I get a loan

There are no loans against a Workers' Compensation claim from a private company that will "lien" against your indemnity award. However, as...

While waiting for my section 32 to come threw can I get a advance on the settlement offerd?

Unfortunately, in New York, a claimant can not take an advance payment on a Workers' Compensation case from a funding company. Hopefully you have...

Is it normal practice for the atty you hired not to show up at a hearing & send an atty who doesn't know the case

If you are not satisfied with your counsel, you may seek new counsel at any time. The attorney fee does not change, the new attorney will work out...

I hurt my back at work about 1 1/2 years ago I was out of work for about 2 weeks. I fill out a paperwork with my employer.

I hope you are correct that you notified your employer immediately. If you received a WCB# from NEw York State, the claim was reported correctly. ...

Unfortunately the appeal review process is quite long. The NYS WCB can take anywhere from 6 to 18 months to resolve an appeal. Please consult...

Workers compensation and unemployment ins.

The advice you have received thus far is on point. Please consult with an attorney. The consultation is always free. Depending on how long you...

Yesterday I recived a "IME" change of report to correct a typographical error" and note that the lumber spine impairment rating-

Your case is obviously nearing permanency. However, I would not be as concerned with the IME but with your physician's preparation of the C4.3...

Uncertain if you are discussing Section 32 closure, Schedule Loss of Use % closure or Permanent Partial Disability. Additionally, need to know If...

My son had bad accident at work last Thursday Fell off ladder had operation on both legs

Workers' Compensation is the forum where the medical bills and lost wages arising from the work related accident will be adjudicated. Social...

Worker's Compensation

You need to discuss the facts with an attorney. Section 114 of the Workers' Compensation Law defines fraud and can be very tricky. A prior injury...