Reach out to a lawyer in your area.

I would suggest you talk to a South Carolina workers' comp lawyer to discuss your options. You likely got noticed for an informal conference, but...

If all of this is true he needs to speak to a lawyer as soon as possible.

I would notify them that you are having pain, and get them to set you up to be seen by a doctor as soon as possible. If you get to a point where...

I don't recommend recording a conversation between you and your doctor, and quite frankly, I don't know what that will accomplish. I do recommend...

Stephen is right, you can claim concurrent income with regard to your temporary workers' compensation benefits. I also recommend you call a lawyer...