I got injured at work and my employer said they will not pay me while im off. Do they have to pay me or does workers comp pay?
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Answered on March 09, 2020
You need to contact a certified workers compensation lawyer immediatyely. Your employer does not have a choice and must pay benefits if you were...
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Will I be liable for workers comp if I have sub contractors working for me?
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Answered on February 13, 2020
This is not an easy question to answer. However, understand that the law errs on the side of finding an injured worker to be an employee rather...
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Will Workman's Compensation pay me for follow up appointments after I return to work?
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Answered on January 31, 2020
If it is impossible to get the services rendered outside of work hours then you can get reimbursed for the lost time. However, that is rarely the...
Can I sue amazon for pain and suffering due to a back injury suffered on the job?
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Answered on December 31, 2019
You rights and benefits are limited to the worker’s compensation act. Under the act you are entitled to compensation for lost wages and reasonable,...
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I have a pending accident law suit from July of 2016.? I was hurt on my job.
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Answered on December 26, 2019
You can always change lawyers. The attorneys will work out the fee. You can’t be charged more than 20%. Just make sure you hire a certified...
Do I have to keep giving doctor's notes to my employer and WC insurance if my situation hasn't changed (workers comp PA?)?
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Answered on December 17, 2019
You should continue to advise your employer fo your work status as per your doctor. You should also obtain a certified workers compensation lawyer...
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Can I be suspended indefinitely without evidence while on restricted duty?
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Answered on July 30, 2019
If you were working with restrictions and it was a recognized work injury then you need to file a reinstatement petition. You should seek a...
I had to get my toe amputated when a pallet drop in my toe at work workman’s comp paid me for the three weeks I was out of work
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Answered on July 29, 2019
You can get specific loss benefits for the amputated toe. The amount depends upon which toe was amputated.
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Union contract and injury?
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Answered on July 29, 2019
Union contracts are all different. How that change affects your rights depends on many factors that are best addressed by your union rep or your...
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Should i take the first offer?
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Answered on July 29, 2019
I agree with the prior attorney answers. That said, workers compensation injuries are not valued for settlement based upon the type or severity of...
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