A friend of mine fall from scalffold at work and broke his ankle and bottom of foot , how much compasensation can claim

If he got hurt at work doing his job, he has a valid workers' compensation claim. But, he can't rely on you to pursue the claim for him. Tell him...

I been taking over 90 klonapin a month for 22 yer. I am now disabled because of it...do I have a case

Any lawyer here would need a lot of additional information: was a claim ever filed, how/when you were hurt, whether workers' comp has been paying...

Do I have a case

Since you were terminated, that information can factor into whether a judge believes the termination was related to your work injury. That's a...

Can my wife's worker's comp case be closed by the insurance company without her signing documents?

The insurance company can "close their file" to the extent it becomes less active, but it does not mean your rights have ended or that the file at...

I have been out of work for 10 months on workers comp. If I return to work, can I recoup any of my lost salary and wages.

Sit down with an attorney. It sounds like there is a lot going on in your case and you will miss out on some benefits or options if you try to do...

When the treating physician has nothing else to offer, it may be fruitful to request a change of physician.

Cant get workers comp to return calls was told if we got a lawyer richard no longer works at walmart

Agree with all of the folks above. In my experience, if Walmart is on the other side, you need an attorney.

If my independent exam results in the doctor confirming my claim is legitimate, how long will it be to begin benefits/back pay?

I would be careful not to mistake an insurance adjuster's assurances to you as a safe bet. Chances are that insurance won't make any decisions...

I want to settle a worker's comp case.

You should consult a California workers' compensation lawyer. They will be able to fully evaluate the case and negotiate the maximum amount of...

I have a workers comp lawyer. Should I get a third party lawyer ? So that I can get Pain and suffer? I don't know how much my ca

Pain and suffering are frequently excluded from workers' compensation. Ask your lawyer if it is allowed in your jurisdiction. As mentioned above,...