Do i need a lawyer for a workers comp case if i got half of my thumb cut off on the job and they turned around an fired me.

First, the amount of the offer is not shocking to me as it will largely depend on your weekly compensation rate (which will be 2/3rds of your...

Settlement

You can settle at any time. However, based on what you described, I recommend that you ask for a second opinion medically and that you hire a...

Can an employer fire you if they can't accomodate you for your permenant restrictions on a WC case

The short answer is "yes." It's is a widespread misperception that someone who is out of work due to a work injury cannot be fired while they are...

If someone is getting a settlement from workmans, can they also sue the place they worked at?

In almost every instance in South Carolina, the answer is "no." Workers' compensation is considered to be an "exclusive remedy", which means that...

Do I still get workman's comp after being suspended after being hurt?

I believe you'd be entitled to WC benefits under SC law given your situation. While there is North Carolina authority which would limit an injured...

Got hurt on my job ,had mri and doc said i have a slap tear in shoulder . They got me on lite duty at work and they only pay

If your doctor or therapist will document for you that you should not work after your therapy treatments, that missed time subsequent to your...

I had a very nasty slip and fall at work in July 2010. Long story short after being ignored I've had surgery.

There is no reason why you need to wait for one injury to resolve before treating for another injury. I am thinking of one current client who is...

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I agree that it's different for each commissioner depending on a host of factors. Do note that based on the changes made to our workers'...