Questions answered by James V. Monaghan

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Should I be looking for another attorney?

James's answer | Answered on December 07, 2013

You have a right to be represented by whomever you wish. You can always change lawyers. If you feel that your lawyer is not willing to put up the...

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Can I change Workman's comp lawyer? Just need info if I can how to go about it.

James's answer | Answered on October 08, 2013

Under the law, if you are released to return to work with restrictions and your employer makes work available within those restrictions then you...

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Hello, can I get in trouble if I'm out on workmans comp. From one job but I still work at my other job.

James's answer | Answered on October 04, 2013

When you were injured the insurance company should have calculated the average weekly wage from both employers and added it together to determine...

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I owe 10,000 in medical bills and 25.000 in student loans and about a 6000 in credit debt. I make 32.000 should I file bankrupcy

James's answer | Answered on October 03, 2013

bankruptcy could certainly be an answer. I highly recommend that you consult with a local bankruptcy attorney. Typically the first time in is free....

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Will government shut down affect wc weekly benefits?

James's answer | Answered on September 30, 2013

No. Unless you work for the federal government, your WC benefits are paid by an insurance company or the state government (if you work for the...

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NCP claim strain sprain/degenerative disc disease after my doc diagnose aggravated lumbar bulging disc work injury 5 moth ago

James's answer | Answered on September 11, 2013

Keep in mind that as long as your doctor maintains restrictions on you and the employer is unable to offer a position to you then they must...

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I had cervical spine surgery do to injury on job, my company I work for is paying for salary every two weeks and they have paid

James's answer | Answered on August 15, 2013

Calculating the ama percentages is not that simple. You should get an attorney. An Certified Workers Compensation Attorney can properly calculate...

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Do I need a workers comp atty. or a personal injury atty?

James's answer | Answered on August 06, 2013

If you were hurt at work and you are expecting to be out of work you should consult with an attorney immediately. It will cost you nothing to...

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I have been receiving workers comp checks for the past year and had no atty.

James's answer | Answered on August 05, 2013

You need a lawyer right away. The lawyer will not charge a fee until he/she is successful in defeating the insurance company's challenge to your...

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In worker comp, Can the IC subpoena a Dr.'s records when I m paying out of pocket without a Hipaa release form?

James's answer | Answered on July 29, 2013

Yes. When you are in litigation rergarding your medical condition, the insurance company has a right to subpoena your medical records.

James V. Monaghan's Answers (401)

Should I be looking for another attorney?

Can I change Workman's comp lawyer? Just need info if I can how to go about it.

Hello, can I get in trouble if I'm out on workmans comp. From one job but I still work at my other job.

I owe 10,000 in medical bills and 25.000 in student loans and about a 6000 in credit debt. I make 32.000 should I file bankrupcy

Will government shut down affect wc weekly benefits?

NCP claim strain sprain/degenerative disc disease after my doc diagnose aggravated lumbar bulging disc work injury 5 moth ago

I had cervical spine surgery do to injury on job, my company I work for is paying for salary every two weeks and they have paid

Do I need a workers comp atty. or a personal injury atty?

I have been receiving workers comp checks for the past year and had no atty.

In worker comp, Can the IC subpoena a Dr.'s records when I m paying out of pocket without a Hipaa release form?