There is no requirement that the insurance carrier obtain an IME in order to lower your payments. A reduction in your benefit rate can be based on...

While most issues can be held in abeyance (put on hold) until another hearing is scheduled, there are some issue which the insurance company may...

When an unrelated condition affects your work injury

I’m sorry to hear of your diagnosis and the difficult situation you find yourself in. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this question...

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How does workers comp work?

While I agree to a certain extent with the prior answers, I feel compelled to provide some additional information. First, your prior schedule...

Nys insurance fund: classified at 75% how much lump sum and do they have to offer lump sum?

Technically, the insurance carrier is required to offer a lump sum settlement following a classification with a permanent disability. However,...

What amount I can hope to receive in lump sum settlement for workers compensation

Settlement is extremely case specific and whether it is a good decisions depends on many variables. An attorney may help in valuing your...

What legal action can I do against NYC Workers' Conpensation for not paying the medical bills since July 1 5, .2015.?

Under NYS Workers’ Compensations Law Section 13 a medical provider cannot bill you for causally related treatment. Your action is not against the...

I'm on SSDI. Someone asked me to make an item, but I set no price, but only ask for a contribution, will this affect benefits?

Hello! If you are making something and receiving compensation for it, it would likely be considered earned income. However, this is not...

Can I retire and then file for SSDI?

I agree with the prior answers. I would also recommend you advise your treating physicians aware that you are applying for disability benefits....

I won my otr but I haven't heard anything from them please help?

An OTR or On The Record decision is great news! Congratulations! Each Social Security Administration district office has its own backlog and...