Does FL Workers Comp Statute 440 provide a time limit for the carrier to respond for treatment ordered by a physician?

I agree with my colleagues. Unfortunately even looking at the three and ten-day rules that Mr. Schwartz referred to, there is really no way to...

In a civil dudgement against my wife what should I be doing to protect my interests.

If this suit or claim was under the Florida workers' compensation act, there is no such thing as a default judgment in Florida workers'...

FL Worker's Comp. deposition & mediation per attny. info. How do I obtain copy of the Court Orders? He/she did not provide them.

You need to talk to your attorney immediately. There is no court order that applies to your deposition in most cases. As to your mediation, if it...

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I have Parkinsonian Syndrome and it's beginning to affect my job. Do I qualify for SS Disability? I'm still working full time.

There are two ways to apply for Social Security disability insurance benefits. You can do it online at www.SSA.gov or you can visit any Social...

Can a contract signer refuse to divulge his social security number?

Absolutely. What would make you think that by entering into a contract with a person, that makes you entitled to know their Social Security number?

Do i qualified for lost wages under workers comp in florida .

Florida law provides that you cannot be fired for making a valid claim for workers' compensation benefits. Section 440.25, Florida statutes...

Somebody punch me on the iye resulting fracture of my orbital floor.

I assume you were injured in Florida and your claim is governed by the Florida WC laws. Settlements are negotiable. The WC insurance carrier...

How can I get a lawyer to defend me???

You certainly need to provide more clarification but be careful what you say as Ms. Hatcher advises.

If at retirement age when mmi is met can i b forced to retire or can i get wc disabiliy. does place of employment have to offer

I have been representing injured workers (never insurance companies or employers) in Florida for over 27 years. For the sake of my answers, I am...

What is procedure to opt out of a casually medical award for care from New York State Comp. now that I am retired in Florida .

Mr. Stein is correct. Only an attorney who practices NY workers' comp law can help you since NY law governs your claim regardless of where you live.