What kind of lawyer do I need? I need advise about the tail end of work comp injury case.

You say "there was a complication with my shoulder during [compensable back surgery] that work comp will not accept." The big question is was this...

Is Worker's Compensation a sub-set of FMLA? Or are these two entirely different programs?

FMLA is a federal program for job protection. It basically says if qualified one can be away from work for a family emergency or illness for 90...

How do I get a deposition from my witnesses for a workers compensation trial?

I doubt that you as a non-attorney will be able to convince a court reporter to come to a deposition and record the questions and answers under...

This is not a workers compensation question. You may want to contact the legal aid society in your area for an answer to this question.

I was injured at work with it not being my fault but i tested positive for marijuana and they fired me. Can i get workers comp?

The key is the marijuana did not cause the injury. Thus, this would not prevent a WC claim. On the other hand the employer can fire you for...

What are the consequences of going back to work for another company when i havent been released by my workmens comp dr?

I know your state changed its laws and made them more insurance company friendly. I know you can no longer take a WC case to court. You should talk...

This involves two different claims. One is for loss of two fingers. Another is loss of ability to work. For the second claim it may be important...

I sustained a burst type fracture of my L5 vertebrae, while incarcerated in Texas (TDCJ), from lifting at my job assignment

As a prisoner you were probably not an employee since you were earning no wages so this probably is not covered under the WC Acr unless the state...

Distance and fee for workman compensation panel appointment

Wow five hours is quite a distance for what appears to be a second opinion. You do indicate this is the "only" doctor in this particular field....

Does my employer have the right to tell me I cannot take my vacation after coming off of an on the job injury?

"I fell off the truck and was knocked out" is your statement of the accident. You don't indicate what caused the fall. In my state of Virginia you...