Questions answered by Michael S. Welch

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Out on Comp several weeks now...Employer called today to fire me. Will my medical bills still be paid by workers comp?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 27, 2015

As long as your claim is established your medical bills will be paid.

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Goodday my name is Cheryl steele in 2009 I fell on th I was therapy up until 2012 march 6th I had surgery in bloodclot in my l

Michael's answer | Answered on February 27, 2015

You are entitled to be paid if you have a work related injury that prevents you from earning your pre-injury wages. You should consult with a...

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Is there a law regarding on the job injury and workers comp in returning to work and needing more time off for pain or treatment

Michael's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

This presents a situation that is sometimes difficult for claimants to understand. An employer may not terminate your employment BECUASE you filed...

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What purpose does form 15-8 (d) stipulation

Michael's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

Under certain circumstances a compensation carrier can get reimbursement from Special Funds. Generally the claimant does not need to worry about...

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If u r getting workers cop do u have to go to classes to help u find jobs ???

Michael's answer | Answered on February 26, 2015

if you are partially disabled you have an obligation to look for work within your restrictions. Retraining classes may count for looking for work....

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Workers Compensation Settlement

Michael's answer | Answered on February 24, 2015

The site indicates you are from Flushing NY. Your question indicates a hearing was going to be held in Watertown. Those two places are far apart,...

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How do I know an offer of a thirty two is a good deal? NYS workers compensation.

Michael's answer | Answered on February 23, 2015

Based upon your question It is not possible to tell if your proposed settlement is a "good deal". From the question it appears that you have an...

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Can I do something about a hospital/Doctors office that bills NYS workers comp late?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 22, 2015

You can ask for a hearing to have the Compensation Law Judge order the insurance company to pay you mileage. You are entitled to the mileage. The...

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Need to know if our WC lawyer is acting in good faith making us wait for appeal hearing date following decision pay 2nd surgery

Michael's answer | Answered on February 16, 2015

If your attorney won your case and the insurance company has decided to appeal rather than pay, there is nothing the attorney can do. It is not a...

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WC SEC 32 SETTLE THE MSA AMOUNT SET BY IC AND CMS APPROVED IS $200,000.LUMP SUM OR PAYMENTS ? DO YOU GET TO CHOSE ?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 15, 2015

In my experience the insurance company usually insists on purchasing an innuity. Often the innuity payments stop when the claimant dies. You...

Michael S. Welch's Answers (2711)

Out on Comp several weeks now...Employer called today to fire me. Will my medical bills still be paid by workers comp?

Goodday my name is Cheryl steele in 2009 I fell on th I was therapy up until 2012 march 6th I had surgery in bloodclot in my l

Is there a law regarding on the job injury and workers comp in returning to work and needing more time off for pain or treatment

What purpose does form 15-8 (d) stipulation

If u r getting workers cop do u have to go to classes to help u find jobs ???

Workers Compensation Settlement

How do I know an offer of a thirty two is a good deal? NYS workers compensation.

Can I do something about a hospital/Doctors office that bills NYS workers comp late?

Need to know if our WC lawyer is acting in good faith making us wait for appeal hearing date following decision pay 2nd surgery

WC SEC 32 SETTLE THE MSA AMOUNT SET BY IC AND CMS APPROVED IS $200,000.LUMP SUM OR PAYMENTS ? DO YOU GET TO CHOSE ?