Do I need to worry?

If you are receiving social security disability or social security disability insurance benefits, you will not lose that benefit due to receiving...

I would make a recommendation that you contact your attorneys office and ask for an in person or telephonic conference with your attorney...

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Do I have a case?

I know you did your best in giving a summary. I agree with those who have weighed in already. You really should consult with a workers...

What?

This is not a social security question which is where you posted this question

I think this was inadvertently posted. Contact AVVO directly

Will workmans comp pay me at the light duty rate of pay calculation even if my employer doesn't have any light duty work for me?

Yes. Based on what you described, the carrier is doing the right thing. You are now getting temporary partial disability (TPD) benefits. You get...

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Is percentage of backpay a typical/wise fee for for a Social Security Disability case?

Agree with the prior responses (atty Maitland and Gikas) as well. Sounds like the atty you did consult with was trying to be very upfront and...

Is filing workers comp required for an on the job injury?

I assume you were injured in Florida due to work you performed in Florida. I agree with Catherine that you cannot be "forced" to file a claim. ...

First, I assume this is due to work you performed in Florida and is governed by Florida Workers compensation laws. Briefly, your claim being...

Consult with a claimant's workers compensation attorney immediately. As Catherine wisely stated, you risk letting a potential case become no case...