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Write a letter to the insurer and demand they pay the bills plus a ten percent penalty for late payment. If that doesn't get any results you will...

I think I may have been exposed to some type of chemical on my job. How do I know if I have a case against my company?

The first thing you need to do is find the Material Safety Data sheets with respect to each chemical you have worked with and provide those to your...

Likely yes. A permanent restriction limits capacity to earn wages in many instances. The reason they have not increased the offer is they believe...

What does this mean in terms of Workers Compensation?

Don't try to navigate this without expert help. The insurance company may try to convince you to sign Forms that you need to understand the...

Why do Worker Comp insurance companies rather settle a claim before they provide you the medical you're entitled too?

Because it is about cost, not your loved ones health and recovery. If they can wear her down and settle they will save huge dollars on the long...

What are the different ways you can settle a workers comp case?

Many times a claim is settled without a mediation but when a claim does not settle at mediation it usually means there is wide disagreement on the...

Do you get compensated for scaring and disfigurement for workers comp case even if you don't return to work?

You can get compensation for disfigurement if it is caused by the accident and not a surgery to correct a compensable injury and it is shown to...

Bankruptcy and workers comp settlement

Usually such payments are protected in a bankruptcy filing but you should seek advice from your attorney or ask the question with the attorney who...

It is too soon to settle the claim. As has been suggested, an attorney can file a motion for more treatment or a change in physician. Although it...

"Workman Comp" My question is can I fire my attorney? Is this going to cause a problem before the appeal 33 form is issued?

You can always decide to change counsel subject to the attorneys possible interest in the attorney feed awarded. However, before you make the...