What action should I take if workers comp firm messed up compromise and release?

It sounds like a “mutual mistake of fact” between the parties may have occurred. Talk to a lawyer about whether the C&R can be set aside on that...

The 18 wheeler company me and my lawyer are suing is going bankrupt can we still get go to trail and get a money awarded.

It is pretty difficult for a lawyer to help someone who won’t take the lawyer’s advice. If the defendant or its insurance company is going...

Can i reopen my case?

An aggravation at work, of an old injury, might justify a new work comp claim against the employer where the aggravation occurred. A workers'...

You need to file Form 18 with the NC Industrial Commission in order to preserve your rights. Do this soon, as there is a 2 year statute of...

Your post does not make sense. If you and your husband have split up, and he has some of your property, then that is a family law issue, not...

How do i get backpay or the difference between workmans comp., and short term disability?

Did you ever file a workers’ compensation claim with the state? Or did you simply ask your employer to provide workers’ comp Instead of STD?

Can a potiental employer see a dismissed misdemeanor from 15 years ago

A criminal record check will typically show all charges that have ever been placed on you. The record check should also show dismissals, not...

Just based on the information you posted, three possible scenarios come to mind. If you settled on a "full and final basis" then there was some...

Do i have to take a post injury drug test. after i already resigned my position with the company

What are the ramifications of quitting the job while on light duty? Didn't that pretty much destroy your comp case? Why didn't you ask the...

Can I authorize my mother to cash my workman's comp check while I'm away in rehab?

I think you would need to give her a power of attorney per Mr. Goldston's advice. Get a lawyer to prepare that for you. Unless your rehab is...