Lumbar and spine with PTSD and depression

SSDI determinations are based on a combination of your age, education, work history, and physical/psychological limitations. You have asked the...

Help! I have a Workers Comp/FMLA question.

FMLA prevents your employer from taking you off of payroll and cancelling your health insurance. There is nothing in the workers' compensation law...

WORKMENS COMP...Req to use my accrued sick time for w/c absences. Denied pay for time off.

No. If you cannot work due to treatment for your work ijuey the ins co should pay for your lost time. You should contact a qualified workers comp...

Can I get a settlement for a new back injury. I settled a injury case in 2000 for another back injury?

Yes, you can always settle. Based upon the current case law, if your 2000 injury was covered by workers' comp, the current insurance company...

What financial benefits am I eligible for as a seasonal worker after being injured by another employee on my second day of work?

The workers' compensation law has a 7 day waiting period for lost wages. If you only miss 1 week of work, you do not receive lost wage benefits. ...

Should I take my pain meds before a referee exams?

If you are referring to an IME, you may be better off not taking the meds, as you want the doctor to see your condition without masking your pain...

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In a workers comp case, Am I able to get pain and suffering from comp if an attorneys involved?

No, you cannot get pain and suffering in your workers' compensation claim. In very rare cases, you can pursue a claim against your employer in...

What is the statue of limitations in a workmans comp claim

Mr. Stein is correct. It is 2 years from the date of accident or 1 year from the last payment of lost wage or medical benefits. HOWEVER, there...

Can my mother file for disability at age 60?

It is difficult to provide an opinion without more information. Has she returned to her regular job? If not, she would be eligible for lost wage...

PT for CTS

And Regent care clinic is the most common first step in treatment for workers compensation cases. You then need a referral from the clinic to get...