Can I be compensated for negligence of a Corp. Restaurant for making me work a whole shift if 5 inches of sewage and getting sic

I am very sorry you had to work under those conditions. You cannot sue your employer in this instance, but, you have a valid workers’ compensation...

I couldn't answer this question fast enough!! They will not necessarily deny your claim because you didn't give a recorded statement. They will...

Nepotism?

Working under these conditions can be difficult. It makes it harder that the junior (underperforming) spouse may be (in your case is) being...

I got hurt at work and went to the doctor who put me out of work for 2 days and its being filed under workmans comp.

That is a very good question. I also like to see an injured worker thinking “should I do this?” If your doctor has you out of work, you should...

Can my employer take my position away from me if I’ve been released for full duty?

I am sorry to hear that you had the bad manners to get hurt at work! Unfortunately, people who get hurt at work get treated poorly by some...

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I'm a nurse and have been asked to speak to my employers lawyer regarding a work related issue. Should I retain my own lawyer?

That is a difficult decision. I would refuse, unless represented. They will look to record the discussion and HIPPA doesn't apply to workers'...

Do I have to pay a (large) fee to my workers comp doctor to complete the disability questionnaire, or can the DOL pay the fee?

Contact the Agency for Heathcare administration. They will set the doc straight!

My wife was injured at work and had to go to the emergency room. When the bill came from the hospital the employer would not pay

Whether the employer had insurance or not is not dispositive of their duty to pay the bill and benefits for life! The employer can likely be sued...

I would like a rough estimate of what would be reasonable compensation for my workman's comp case against a staffing agency!

There are many factors that go into how much a company will pay you to settle, including who you have as an attorney. There is some hidden money in...

How does workman's comp work with multiple jobs?

You have a very complicated, yet interesting case. You are supposed to be compensated for all of your lost wages, so long as the wages that you...