Hi, can my employer fired me if I filed for workers compensation? I have a lower back pain, I had an MRI

Your employer can not discriminate against you for filing a Workers' Compensation Claim. However, if you miss work because of the injury, the...

Should I retain an attorney for my workplace injury? I won't have the thumb I used to!

An extremity injury such as a thumb would potentially resolve itself by way of a Schedule Loss of Use Award. However, the weeks of compensation...

My son had an accident on the job His boss is doing workman comp Does he need a Workmans Comp lawyer as well

Yes, we would highly suggest hiring an attorney. Not only do you have a Workers' Compensation case but you potentially may have a third party...

An attorney can not charge you directly for a WC claim in New York State. You can not be asked for an advanced payment or an initial retainer...

My advice to you is "seek and attorney !" Forget about the "punch in - punch out" start and finish of the work day. It's not that simple in the...

Is there a statute of limitation to file a workman's comp claim for a permanent injury in nys

Assuming your case was originally filed with the New York State Workers' Compensation Board, an attorney will need to review the established sites...

Should I get a workman comp lawyer?

It sounds as if the insurance carrier is awaiting a C240 form clarifying your prior 52 week payroll. This will be necessary to calculate the...

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Yes, you can always request an adjournment to speak with an attorney. Make sure you understand what is being asked of you and ask the law judge to...

I broke my foot last week, Dr wants me off feet for a few weeks my work is refusing too let me work from home.what can I do.

I am unsure if you broke your foot at home on your non-work hours or if you broke your foot while at work. Unfortunately, in both instances there...

If I got hurt at work, can I be laid off while recovering ?

It appears the employer waited for approximately 12 weeks before laying off your friend. The lack of information does not inform me of the size of...