Shattered my elbow, they call it the trifecta? Can I get a good settlement and if so can my job fire me for getting a settlemen?
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Answered on September 13, 2023
I'm terribly sorry to hear what happened to you. I agree with my colleagues. Each case is different, but as a general rule, you should not...
Can I sue for falling through the floor at work?
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Answered on August 18, 2023
I am very sorry to hear what happened. You certainly have a claim for workers compensation. Whether you can "sue" or not, depends on who owns the...
Why is it so hard to get approved for owcp ?
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Answered on July 19, 2023
Unfortunately, being an employee of the USPS takes you out of the realm of Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation law. Federal Workers' Compensation...
How often do settlements happen and cases resolve at voluntary mediations??
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Answered on June 15, 2023
To some extent it depends on the judge, but I think it is safe to say that most cases that go to mediation settle on the day of the mediation. As a...
How long does workmen’s comp take to settle in NJ is 3.5 years excessive ?
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Answered on April 24, 2023
Are you talking about a Pennsylvania or NJ claim?
Worker compensation and third party liability?
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Answered on March 06, 2023
You certainly have a workers' compensation claim. Whether you have a third party claim against the patient or an entity other than your employer...
Can I be forced to go back to work light duty after being put out of work after being on light duty?
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Answered on February 07, 2023
You owe it to yourself to speak with an attorney right away about this issue. Any of the attorneys on this list would be happy to give you a free...
I would like to know what communication should be completed by my workman's comp attorney?
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Answered on January 23, 2023
If you feel uncomfortable about the level of communication between you and your attorney, you should schedule an appointment immediately to share...
Can you just give up (quit) your workers comp case?
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Answered on January 19, 2023
Whether or not your lawyer will "let you" walk away from your case is a question for him or her. Of course, you can walk away from anything at any...
Why would a workers comp insurance co send an injured worker to another IME vs settling?
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Answered on January 18, 2023
My colleagues are all correct. Insurance companies love, IMEs. Getting a fresh IME before considering settlement is part of the process. They...