How much should I settle for?

You need to speak with an attorney, ideally one who is a Certified Workers Compensation Specialist, to discuss how to maximize the settlement of...

One option to consider: If you can't tolerate the current light duty for reasons relating to your work injury, including difficulty tolerating the...

Can a lawyer refuse to settle ?

The insurer will not offer a settlement if they feel they can show you have recovered enough to return to work, even if you will be left with pain...

Why my workers comp checks stop coming after the last visit I had with my doctor

The adjuster likely saw an opportunity to stab you in the back, in violation of the WC Act, if your doctor discharged you from treatment, even with...

Question with regards to Work. Comp. and signing of release

I agree with my colleagues but would note that accepting a voluntarily retirement would certainly have significant implications for any ongoing...

Future pay? Work injury?

You can look toward a lump settlement for the long-term impact this injury will have on your future earning capacity, but that remedy will be under...

Workers compensation issue

This is horribly prejudicial to you. If the employer has admitted that their only question is the duration of your disability arising from a work...

Question about PA workmans comp., & proposed settlement.

(1)Your attorney could ask the insurance representative whether they would agree to a voluntary mediation, which might move the matter into active...

Do I have a Workmans comp case?

Your employer is certain to try to manipulate your rights. Where you had surgery in February for an injury in December, it sounds like the...

I got a hernia at work and have been out on workman's comp. Today I was told I am now suspended. What should I do?

I see this kind of scenario a lot. The employer and its insurer are likely currently paying your workers' compensation under a "Notice of...