What are the consequences for firing an ill-performing workman's comp attorney? I would like to hire a different one.

There is no "consequence" per say. You may be liable for attorney's fees and costs to your prior lawyer for work performed or benefits secured. ...

I'm not sure what the question is exactly. The employer is obligated to furnish you transportation or the reasonable cost thereof to your medical...

You should consult with a workers' compensation attorney as soon as possible. Without more facts regarding your case, I can tell you there are a...

Can a spouse be compensated if the other spouse has a workman's comp claim has had shoulder surgery need another is depressed?

Unfortunately, unless there is a third party at fault that could potentially be sued for a tort, your loss of consortium would not be covered under...

Rear end crash.

I believe this question would be best addressed by your current lawyer. The value of your case could be limited to the amount of coverage of the...

Can a positive drug test be invalidated due to invasion of privacy if the screener required me to allow him to view my genitals?

Were you "working" when this accident happened? Were you injured as a result? I don't believe that the drug test can be invalidated on those...

I have not spoken to my attorney in over a year is this normal for a workers compensation case ?

That does seem somewhat unusual. However, it does take two people to have a conversation. Perhaps you should contact his or her office and schedule...

Yes. You can challenge the doctor's MMI date and rating. You have to option of changing your treating physician or obtaining an IME. You should...

Why does the workman's comp. Insurance carrier refuse to acknowledge my address change?

You've done what you're supposed to do. The Carrier should acknowledge the change of address upon notification from your lawyer. In my practice,...

I am illegal immigrant ,recently get injury on the job ,so i claim workers comp,i should worry about it?

All persons, whether illegal, documented alien, or citizen have a right to claim workers' compensation benefits. The issue is whether you will be...