I am in the middle of a workers comp appeal. My doctor talked to the opposing attorney without my permission or notifying me.

The Virginia WC statute says if you are receiving or claiming WC benefits the insurer/ employer can request reports from your doctor. Your doctor...

In my state if no compensation award has been entered the claim can be denied due to a failure of a "drug test" even if there have been voluntary...

Can an employee receive unemployment benefits if they no longer meet the job requirements after reaching MMI?

If you cannot provide her light duty work under her WC work restrictions then she should be entitled to unemployment compensation if she is willing...

Can I file for workman compensation by the means of stress on the job ?

You indicate the doctors say the stress caused the stroke. That would be most unusual for doctors to state that with certainty. But if they have...

Can my employer legally fire me? If so, can I file for unemployment or disability?

You need to have your case reviewed by an experienced WC attorney in your state. You need to be aggressive and seek rehabilitation training through...

Hurt overseas on the job

If your employer is a private contractor, then your WC rights are determined by the WC laws in the state where your employer is located. Your WC...

Been on comp 2 yrs for a knee injury i am listed at 85% disability i make 639.00 bi weekly on comp how much of a settlement

A settlement is based on the current compensation rate, future comp payments, future medical bills, future possible surgeries, and the ability to...

Quincy hospital injury

You can contact an attorney but the claim may be too small for an attorney to take. Your son can always file a claim himself with the WC...

Check with legal aid in your state. If the mineral right is worth less than $2,000 it would not disqualify you from SSI.

I have an indigent sister in CA and I am in MI. How can I help her get social security and/or state aid while I am in MI?

Retain an attorney in CA. If it is a good case, the attorney would likely take it on a contingency fee.