Is orthopaedic physician doing the right thing or is he helping the workers compensation insurance company?

If your wife's workers' compensation claim is settled, then the matter is legally closed and nothing the doctor says now can help (or hurt) the...

How long after an accident do I have to go to doctor

First, you need to seek medical attention as soon as possible and be sure to tell the doctor specifically how you hurt your shoulder. Second, you...

My husband receives workers comp benefits. he is incarcerated, and wonders if he will lose the benefits since he is in jail

Your husband is required under Va. Code § 65.2-712 to report his incarceration to his employer and/or their workers' compensation insurance...

Hurt on Job, 2003, have been on light duty since 2004, tried to retire on disability

Your question is unclear, but it appears that you may need medical evidence that supports your claim to be able to retire on service connected...

If I got injured while doing the job , do I have a qualifying case?

It appears that you do not have the legal protection for your claim that you need. If the insurer has filed for a hearing, it means that there is...

I am currently out of work for a comp claim.Is there typically a pain and suffering settlement at the conclusion of this process

Settlement is not a benefit to which you are entitled. It is voluntary between he parties. As it will end your claim, including your medical...

I need a legal malpractice lawyer that knows worker comp. laws for a case in Circuit Court in VA.

Legal malpractice, like any malpractice claim, requires proof and the opinion of experts. To determine whether you have a malpractice claim or not...

I was injured at work and do I have a workman's comp claim? How does it work? Do I lose my job? Do they fire me? What happens?

In Virginia you must file a claim for workers' compensation within two years of when the accident occurred. Therefore it is critically important...

Most states provide for life time medical benefits, but you need to make sure all of the right procedures have been followed so that you are...

Vocational Rehab Counselor, in VA giving me a hard time, not helping me find job which I am qualified for.

I have actually taught other Virginia attorneys how to deal with difficult vocational rehabilitation counselors. There is a way to do it but you...