You give up right to sue if you apply for WC Workers comp denied after a phone interview,do i need lawyer to file petition

Yes, you need a lawyer to file a Claim Petition. Once you have an injury and report the injury, they have 21 days to accept or deny it. Once they...

Recently laid off and a question about filing for unemployment compensation or against a previous workers comp claim.

You have allot going on and need to sit down with local counsel. If you were working with restrictions, they should reinstate your WC benefits....

Are we required to bring employee back upon medical release

Talk to your insurer. The answer is yes & no. Bring them back and reduce your exposure for indemnity. Don't and they continue to get wage loss...

It depends on the doctor, their qualifications, the area you are in, the demand for their services & their interest in testifying. I've seen...

I would agree with Levi and Karl, i.e. you need to talk to a WC attorney and go over the pros and cons. This is not an easy decision for you to...

Can I get fired for leaving a jobsite with a severe injury and not calling my boss right away?

I would agree with Richard as he hit the nail on the head.

Talk to your WC lawyer. If you don't have one, get one to represent you. Generally speaking, if you are able to work with restrictions and your...

I currently have mediacals payed only for my WC. The judge didn't decide in my case yet, and they want me to settle.

Good answers so far. Bottom line, find a local WC attorney and talk to them. Go over with them the evidence that was submitted. Then make a...

Is my husband eligible for a workman's comp settlement?

As you can tell by the other answers, the scar has a small value that you should pursue with the assistance of a local WC attorney. Best of luck...

My husband had a double hernia operation in April 2012. He hadn't been able to return to work because still in excruciating pain

I would agree with James. Your husband needs to find a local WC attorney immediately. Pleanty of good lawyers in Allentown or up in WB who will...