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

A determination of whether someone is an employee v. independent contractor is a factual one. From your description, it certainly appears that...

Am I going to be compensated for pain and suffering in my worker's compensation case?

Sorry to hear what you have gone through. The workers' compensation system creates difficulties for many people. Unfortunately, the workers'...

Do medical providers in Florida have standing to file a workers compensation appeal for treatment rendered to a patient?

If there is a dispute as to the payment of a bill, the doctor can pursue payment directly from the insurance company. The doctor cannot charge the...

Can I leave my current employer for a new job requiring less physical labor, without losing my workers comp benefits?

Yes you can. Leaving your job does not impact your entitlement to medical benefits. In the future, it could impact your ability to receive lost...

You are correct that there is no confidentiality issue. If you are not represented, I would tell the doctor and the attorney that you want to be...

Is is\t legal for my employer to stop paying workmen's comp when I turned 75?

It depends on several things. If your accident was after 10/1/03 and your accident was before you turned 70 years old, then you most likely will...

How do I find out who is her liability ins.comp?Present att.sent letter of disclosure,did not repond

You need to consult with a qualified personal injury attorney. Since there was no workers' comp coverage, assuming they had 4 or more employees,...

Will I need a lawyer now

It sounds like you have not received any benefits yet. You did not give any facts of your accident or injury, so I do not know what, if any,...

What can I do to take care of these issues so my work will take care of my issues?

I suggest you contact a qualified workers' compensation attorney, preferrably board certified given the facts of your case, to discuss your case in...

Will I be able to get medical treatment with my health insurance company once my Workman's Compensation case is closed?

It is not clear from your post as to whether the insurance company has denied your case or is currently providing medical care. If they are...