I work construction and got hurt repairing a bulkhead. My boss's workers comp carrier refused to pay for my disability. Help!

It sounds like they may be arguing that you should be covered under Longshore instead of state workers' compensation. This is a fact intensive...

Can a lawyer force me to settle my case without written cosent?

While you must authorize your attorney to settle your case, it does not have to be in writing. If you did not agree to settle your case, you can...

I am looking to hire the services of an experience board certified attorney in personal injury and worker’s compensation in

I'm sure you can find attorneys willing to cut their fees. However, I would be wary of an attorney willing to take the same percentage whether...

Is it true that attorney fee percentages for work comp cases are determined by Work Comp Judge?

If you have workers' compensation attorney saying they will take a 45% fee, run away as fast as you can. The Judge actually does not even have a...

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Is it to late to hired a federal owcp attorney ?

You do not have to stop your treatment. You should definitely contact an attorney in your area. If your psychological problems are related to...

I have contracted hepatitis while working in a florida prison

Generally, a work injury must be reported within 30 days. If the cause of the injury cannot be identified without a medical opinion (which sounds...

I am firefighter who has developed a heart condition from the job. I was at work , when I suddenly started experiencing the symp

If your condition was accepted as work related, workers compensation should continue to pay you if the employer cannot provide work within your...

Does the settlement process end after the order is approved?

I am assuming you settled without an attorney since you had a hearing. Once the JCC signs the order, the insurance company should issue the check...

I need a competent, honorable, inexpensive workman comp attorney in the Miami, FL area.

Settlement value is mainly based on your future lost wages and medical expenses related to your work injuries. DO NOT settle based on what the...

Can a doctors office refuse treatment?

First, please note this is the workers' compensation section. It does not appear that your question relates to workers' compensation, so you may...