What should i do?

Yes, injuries that would not have happened "but for" the work injury are part of your workers' compensation case. I would urge you to immediately...

I am entitled to back workers comp checks decided by a judge on 6/24/2014. When can I be expecting my check?

As we so frequently say, this is probably a question you should direct to your attorney. You are paying a fee to your attorney and one of the...

Who receives the penalty fees when the judge finds WC Adjuster in violation of not paying the injured party when ordered?

Penalties are discretionary with the Judge, who can award a penalty of up to 50% of the amount involved. The penalty is payable to the injured...

Should I get a lawyer for my workers compensation claim?

I agree with my colleagues. The insurance carrier has attorneys to guide them - why should injured workers accept any less? Having an attorney...

Why do I have to get medicare set aside, why can't I sign off on medicare and pay for my injury with the medical settlement?

There is a Federal Law (called the Medicare Secondary Payer Act) which requires the parties to consider the interests of Medicare. Often this...

I agree with the answers above. Workers' comp does not protect your job. That can only be accomplished with FMLA or related State laws. Also, if...

I had surgery performed by an out of state provider. Can my travel and OOP costs be reimbursed by WC carrier?

Best answer is "maybe." When treatment is not available locally, it may be possible to have travel expenses covered for undergoing such treatment....

I agree with Robert. What is "reasonable" with regard to an IME depends on the facts of each case and what Judge is deciding. Unfortunately, as...

How will Switching Drs while receiving Workmans compensation effect my case?

As we frequently say here, this is really something you need to discuss with your attorney. He or she knows all the facts of your case. That...

Will it be easier or harder to get SS Disability?

You will probably get better answers by posting this in a Social Security board, as this is not really a workers' comp question. The two systems...