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I am injuryed and on workers comp though vol fire dept. i am getting the feeling my job(highway dept) is trying to fire me

Michael's answer | Answered on October 29, 2014

Your employer can not fire you for filing a workers' compensation claim. They can however terminate you for cause while you are out on...

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I was fired from my job while on compensation for a work related injury. Couldn't get unemployment cause I couldn't work.

Michael's answer | Answered on October 28, 2014

I would suggest that you consult with an attorney that practices UI law.

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What will happen to my SSI after I settle with my workers comp case, is my payment going to stop from SSI or not ?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 27, 2014

Every case is different. As a general rule your SS payments do not change after settlement. You should have an attorney review your particular...

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Period of time for an open case

Michael's answer | Answered on October 21, 2014

Once your case is established it is established forever. If your work related injury prevents you from working you are entitled to benefits. ...

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Went to court to determine permanent partial disability.

Michael's answer | Answered on October 20, 2014

I assume that the carrier is going to appeal the decision ordering $540.99 biweekly. The carrier will pay you the amount they believe is...

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Suing the worker compensation insurance

Michael's answer | Answered on October 17, 2014

I do not believe that would be a successful case. Two months is not a long delay. I am sure it felt long to you.

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What is the percentage of workers-comp lawyer for settlement a case, in NY ?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 17, 2014

There is no set percentage in NY. Talk to your lawyer about this. When medical remains open continued representation could be a problem. You can...

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I recently was deemed 60% permanent partially disabled. If I choose to settle will they take out what they have already paid me?

Michael's answer | Answered on October 13, 2014

As a general rule with a section 32 settlement the insurance company does not subtract what they have already paid you.

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My wife got three fingers crushed & half cut off

Michael's answer | Answered on October 07, 2014

You should sit down and talk to the attorney you have. It is quite possible that workers compensation benefits is all that she is entitled to. If...

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My Msa is 1 million dollars does anyone have experience closing out a Medical portion with an Msa this high.

Michael's answer | Answered on October 06, 2014

There is currently an insurance company liable for your future medical coverage. A 1 million dollar MSA establishes that your future medical will...

Michael S. Welch's Answers (2711)

I am injuryed and on workers comp though vol fire dept. i am getting the feeling my job(highway dept) is trying to fire me

I was fired from my job while on compensation for a work related injury. Couldn't get unemployment cause I couldn't work.

What will happen to my SSI after I settle with my workers comp case, is my payment going to stop from SSI or not ?

Period of time for an open case

Went to court to determine permanent partial disability.

Suing the worker compensation insurance

What is the percentage of workers-comp lawyer for settlement a case, in NY ?

I recently was deemed 60% permanent partially disabled. If I choose to settle will they take out what they have already paid me?

My wife got three fingers crushed & half cut off

My Msa is 1 million dollars does anyone have experience closing out a Medical portion with an Msa this high.