What can you do if you suffer significant pain or injury on a job?

1. You should report your accident immediately to a supervisor. 2. You should ask to be sent to a doctor to be checked out. 3. In Virginia you...

I have practiced Virginia WC law for 35 years. I can tell you that if you were paid for a permanent partial loss of your arm you had two (2) years...

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How far back can Social Security ask for financial records?

I would only be concerned if she received SS payments and WC payments for the same time period. If she did then there is often a reduction of the...

Do i need an attorney to go against social security

Your son was on SSI. He has been cut off. He has been referred for a psychological exam. Most private lawyers won't handle this type of SSI case....

I have life time medical for my knee and back. How is life time Medical Benefits calculated for settlement.

In Virginia you cannot force a WC settlement. The insurer may choose to "settle" the medical side of your case if it is in their best interests to...

I need an workman's compensation lawyer. i have a deposition on Monday the 4th of May, 2015

Your personal injury lawyer is only representing you on the personal injury case. You need a WC lawyer to protect yourself at the deposition.

Can legal representation to help me with a disability insurance claim

You did not indicate if your disability was due to a work accident. If it was consult a WC lawyer. If you are claiming short term or long term...

Questioning myself about workers comp attorney choice

It sounds like the insurance company accepted an "arm" injury. After "numbness" is discovered, the doctor suspects a "neck" injury. it is very...

Will the work comp insurance company be entitled to a repayment if I don't claim their disability to SSA?

If you qualify for Social Security Disability, the SSA payments may be reduced by any WC payments. If you apply for SSA disability, your entire...

What can I do legally? (employer negligence)

1. Employers often force employees to work beyond work restrictions; 2. File claim immediately with Virginia Workers Compensation Commission...