Can I get compensation if I fell on a wet, slippery surface in a restaurant that didn't have a caution or wet floor sign?

You need an actual injury to file an injury claim. Go to the doctor and get checked out.

What can I do?

If you were hurt at work, you need to file a Workers' Comp claim with your state agency that oversees Work Comp. Do not rely on your employer to...

Hello I was lifting a 132lb battery and felt a pop in my back and countinued to lift 50 more battery at work

Well, if you told the doctors you lifted something at home and hurt yourself, you have already screwed yourself. You need to hire a good workers'...

Workers' Comp lawyers give free consultations. Go get a couple, and ask those lawyers. Most lawyers will tell you if you don't need a lawyer...

You have a lawyer, right? Ask him! Your lawyer knows your case a lot better than any of us.

If you pull out your 401k money you have to pay income taxes on it and possibly penalties too. So make sure you know how much it is going to cost...

Can I get a lawyer for this?

Yes. And no. As Mr Isquith says, small claims court is designed to help you without a lawyer, but you have to hire one. "Court appointed" is...

What if any at this time is my legal recourse

You need to get a good local workers' comp lawyer to help you. Nothing will happen to help you, until you do. The employer is your adversary on...

Affidavit

Affidavits may not be allowed into evidence then. Live testimony from the person who gave the affidavit is preferable. No one can cross examine...

Requesting benefits from employers

Is your case denied? It must be. Your lawyer should request a hearing in front of the Industrial Commission, which has primary and exclusive...