Was disabled and was told to sign settlement papers without a guardian.

Alabama courts can set aside workers' compensation settlements for various reasons within 60 days of the settlement. You need to have an attorney...

I have an injury to my hand. I drive a truck for a living. I was sent an offer of 5800.00 to settle out the indemnity portion

The amount may be right but you really need to have an attorney who represents injured workers review the facts about your claim. You may be...

Does my wife have the right lawyer?

The damage to the car or lack of damage is an issue to consider. The treating physician can help a lot by relating the injuries to the accident...

I was hert on the job about 1 month ago,never was sent to see a dr.,sneezed an reinjured back,was told that wc wasnt going to

You need to put your employer on notice of your accident from one month ago. You have 90 days from the date of the accident to do this, but you...

I had got hurt at work, and I was wondering about something? Pre-Hurt: My co-worker and I was taking a long, heavy dresser

If you got hurt while performing your job duties, then you would have a workers' compensation claim and may receive compensation and medical...

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My husband fell and injured his back at work resulting in the rupture of L5,S1. What are your suggestions?

The injury is significant and depending on whether your husband is assigned permanent work restrictions following surgery, he may not be able to...

Is there a settlement cap or bracket we are put into to make a value on your workers comp case in Alabama

An attorney that represents injured workers in workers' compensation claims can help you to determine the fair value of your claim. You cannot...

My question: My lawyer said 15% flat fee for his services on Workman's Comp case.

The attorney fee in Alabama for workers' compensation cases is capped at 15%. In addition to the fee, an attorney will have case expenses including...

Can EEOC and ADA, help me re-open my 2007-2010 Workmans Comp lawsuit? My lawyer from whatI was told by highlegal experts, new I

I am not sure EEOC or the ADA can assist you in review of your workers' compensation settlement. A review of a workers' compensation settlement is...

I caught staph from work .is there anything i can do?

You may be entitled to medical benefits through your employer's workers' compensation carrier. You must provide notice to your employer of the...