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Can a Supervisor call you at home and tell you to come into work while your on work so they can write you up?
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Answered on August 16, 2013
While there is no law preventing your boss from calling you, he also cannot force you to come in. If you retain an attorney, your attorney can...
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What board form would a employer need to file if there was an overpayment of workers' comp benefits there trying to recoup?
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Answered on August 15, 2013
The Employer/Insurer needs to file a WC-2 claiming credit for the overpayment. They cannot take the overpayment out of your paycheck, but could...
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Shouldn't they have to disclose who or why they feel I wasn't cooperating?
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Answered on August 15, 2013
You should contact a lawyer ASAP. Your employer will need the judge to rule on this issue before they can take action. My best guess is that...
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My husband was injured on his job. He is unable to return to work because of the injury. He is receiving workman's compensation.
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Answered on August 12, 2013
Unfortunately no you do not have a claim against the emoyer or WC carrier. How did the accident occur? If there is a third party involved there may...
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Should I hire lawyer to help determine impairment after Jones fracture aurgery through worker comp
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Answered on July 15, 2013
I would recommend you talk to a WC attorney ASAP. An attorney can not only assist with your rating, but obtain a second opinion and perhaps a...
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I was injured at work but missed only 3 days, can I make a worker comp claim to recover my expenses in traveling to the doctor?
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Answered on July 09, 2013
Yes you are entitled to reimbursement for mileage and parking regardless if you are receiving weekly benefits.
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I have had an open workers comp claim since 2006. I would like advice about 2012 surgery that was denied.
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Answered on July 07, 2013
I would need more information. Did WC pick up the 2010 injury? When is the medical treatment you had which your employer/insurer paid? Did you ever...
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Worker's comp
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Answered on July 04, 2013
Are you sure your lawyer set up appointment? I think more likely the attorney for the insurance company set up. I'm not sure what you mean by...
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I have permanent facial scars from an accident at work can i get a settlement from this?
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Answered on July 04, 2013
As a general rule, workers' compensation does not award money for scars. However, depending on your other injuries, work status, need for medical...
I have a work comp knee injury. osteochondral is fractured or have a cyst and a piece of the bone is chipped. surgery is require
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Answered on July 03, 2013
Its hard to give an opinion or second guess your attorney who knows the facts. But, generally if you want to have the surgery and the Insurer is...