My son was killed in wv while working for a drilling company from Texas. What determines his children qualify for workers comp?

I am sorry for your loss. You should consult with a work comp lawyer in both WVA and TX to find out which states would have jurisdiction and which...

DR wants to send me back to work. Been on FMLA for 4 months.I have no light duty in my job .Cable installer

Are you sure you don't have a rotator cuff injury too?

You got a lowball rating and misinformation from that doctor but you got some great answers from comp lawyers here on AVVO. I would recommend you...

Yes. Handled correctly, this restriction may have a major impact on your settlement amount. I have written a legal guide that explains some of...

If injured on the job, can workers compensation refused his claim because MRI results identify a possible congenital problem?

Get him to a good work comp lawyer. Those disc problems may be a new injury and the source of his pain. And vote for legislators who are more...

My husband had a Heart Attack at work. Called his work to file the WC papers and was told I can't it is a medical assist not WC.

In general, a heart attack would have to be related to the work in order to be covered. The fact that he had it at work is not enough to get it...

What value does an attorney add to a WC case where a worker has a minor injury, is off work for a few weeks, and fully recovers?

That is a good question, without a simple answer. An insurance industry trade group in California surveyed its members a year or so ago and...

Does an employer have to carry workers com ins if he issues a 1099 at the end of the year.

You may have been fraudulently misclassified. Go see a workers' comp lawyer. This is a common problem in roofing and the construction trades.

Is it the responsibility of a company to file workmans comp in the event of death on the job with defendants location wv

I am very sorry for your loss. Never rely on the adverse party to protect one's rights. It is up to the family to file and pursue the claim....

Do I need a lawyer

I think you need to stop talking to the police and consult with a good criminal defense lawyer. Follow the lawyer's advice. Good luck. I am...