I on w/comp for over a yr want settlement still nothing

Many cases last much longer than a year before they can be settled in a way that benefits the injured worker. I liken a workers' comp case to a...

I quit my job because of retaliation for filing a workman's comp claim. What are my options?

Generally, quitting the job is the one of the worst mistakes a workers' comp claimant can make. You need a good workers' comp lawyer to help you...

My husband fell and injured his back at work resulting in the rupture of L5,S1. What are your suggestions?

Yes. You should start interviewing workers' comp lawyers as soon as he is up to it. IF the case is denied, a lawyer will be necessary. If the...

When an insurance company is investigating a claimant, are audios of phone calls to the claimant considered legally obtained?

Whether the recording is legal depends on your state law. Your bigger problem is that they may be building a case against you for workers' comp...

If your employer owned the premises on which you fell, then I think you will be limited to workers' compensation. If you have trouble with the...

I had a previous wc injury in 2008, hired the same attorney for a new wc case and I don't feel he is helping or cares at all.

Make an appointment to go in and sit down with your lawyer as soon as possible. To make the best use of the opportunity, and his time, write down...

When you get hurt on the job and on workers comp is your settlement consider pain and suffering

Workers' comp does not compensate you for pain and suffering. It will pay for your medical expenses and wage loss.

I was hurt on the job about a week ago. I was lifting a box with that elbows that were about total weight of 100 lbs

In NC you would be covered by workers' comp under those facts. But you need advice from a lawyer in your own state.

I caught staph from work .is there anything i can do?

It is very difficult to win a workers' comp case due to a staph or MRSA infection because those germs are everywhere in the community. It is very...

I have a worker's comp case pending since November 2009..What options do I have?

You don't need to talk directly to your lawyer to find out the date of your hearing. The office staff is a perfectly good resource for you on...