Is it possible to get computer classes or some type of retraining through workers compensation in Virginia?

While, technically, retraining is one of the benefits you are entitled to under the Virginia Workers' Compensation, historically the Virginia...

Does a nursing caregiver working for a state mental hospital have a right to sue the company and/or person for personal injury?

Employees are not granted the legal right to bring lawsuits against their employer for injuries on the job. This is true regardless of whether or...

Can you help me with a work comp claim I have from Aug 2012. One doc says injury is related & the other doc says its not.

It is not clear from your question whether you are asking about Federal or state workers' compensation benefits. If is state, you need to be sure...

I was awarded weekly benefits and lifetime medical. My weekly benefits stopped. Are my rights been violated?

You are raising multiple technical questions which cannot be answered within the constraints of this website. There is no such thing as non-wage...

Can the third party insurance company be sued in a worker compensation case?

No, you cannot sue the TPA. COLA is not automatic. You need to apply for it and it needs to be awarded by the Commission. If you are under an...

Can I request a hearing with the Commissioner to request that my benefits be reinstated.

The real question is: Why were your benefits stopped? Of course you can request a hearing but the nature of the request depends upon the...

About to return to work on light duty, I have been out on workmens compensation. Will I keep my medical benefits if I resign?

If the company is offering you light duty within the doctor's restrictions, quitting the job will not end your medical benefits but it will affect...

Can i quit working while getting partial benefits?

If you quit while working for your employer under restrictions you could lose your benefits. If the employer is not providing you work within your...

A Notice of Controversion of Right to Compensation means that you have a Federal Longshore claim, not a State claim so you need to consult with an...

Currently on w/c, can i still get my weekly comp checks even after i get fired and medical benefits?

More information is needed to fully answer your question. If you are currently under an Award of the Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission for...