My brother has to go to court for a worker's comp hearing to try to get his workers compensation started.

I don't know anything about your brother's case, so my response is not specific to his case. In general, however, a judge can absolutely rule...

Is it common practice for one's own lawyer to offer a settlement ?

It is common (and ethically required) for one's own lawyer to discuss settlement, including the authority to accept or reject a settlement offer,...

I can't answer whether you can sue if you are talking about a discrimination lawsuit. You need to consult with a labor lawyer. I can, however,...

Should I hire lawyer to help determine impairment after Jones fracture aurgery through worker comp

The answer to your specific question is no, you do not need a lawyer to get an impairment rating from your doctor. Having said that, I agree with...

I retired in May 2012 from a company in Marietta after 13 years of service. In November I started having pain in my Rt. shoulder

You have a workers' compensation claim if the insurance company agrees to accept your claim, or if a workers' compensation judge says that you do. ...

I was just resisted to full duty after a workmans comp accident. But was given a 5% ppi on my lower extremity? What does that me

The 5% ppi to your lower extremity means that your doctor determined you suffered a permanent impairment of 5% to your injured leg. This does not...

My lawyer got me to see another doctor who says it's ok to go back to work, tried it and it's not working back hurts like mad.

Yes, of course, you can fire your lawyer. You hired him so you can fire him. If you are able to, you might want to discuss these issues with him....

What can I do about my employer who is trying to use different methods to fire me?

With regard to your workers' compensation claim*, the unfortunate answer is there is nothing you can do to stop your employer from firing you. ...

AT WILL STATE!!!!

The short answer to your question is, nothing happens to your workers' compensation case. You still have it. I think the question you want...

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2ND OPINION USED BY WC

Do you mean you used your second opinion doctor (not lawyer)? You have not necessarily ruined your chances of proper healthcare or a future suit. ...