Can you rescue client from an ineffective workers comp lawyer? He seems to be caving in to The other side .

Workers' Compensation can be a very frustrating process as can many if not most legal matters. Sometimes hearings get continued or delayed for a...

Workmens Comp

If his back was ever mentioned within 2 years of his injury, he should be able to have it considered as an additional condition without running...

I agree with Katherine that you should discuss this with your attorney since you already have one. Did your employer actually offer light duty that...

How long does it take to get your money after you have filed for a final lump sum for your workers comp claim in OHio

The amount you negotiate for settlement has little to do with the 9% PPD rating you've already received. You won't receive that amount again as...

Should I file an accident report for carpal tunnel and file a compensation claim.

The first question I would ask you is this: what does your doctor think? Have you discussed with him/her your work activities and asked him/her...

Employer wants to settle.

I'd need more information on some aspects of this situation (was your claim filed in Ohio or in Illinois? The answer to your questions undoubted...

My husband was told today that he cannot comeback to work until he has a Dr. note telling them that he can do the job

The short answer is "not necessarily". Ohio law authorizes payment of temporary total disability ("TTD") benefits when an injury prohibits...

Can a person change doctors in a workers compensation case?

Mr. Koltak's answer is a good one and I agree with it. I would add that you certainly should tell your doctor if the treatment is worsening your...

Stuck in Ohio, PPD, PTD, Indemnities. Trying to sort out a snarl.

Yes, your question is quite loaded, meaning you are asking several things! My first question to you is whether the initial injury you mentioned...

Same claim number for on accident involving three body parts.

I'm a bit confused by your question. There is no "limit" on workers' compensation settlements. Settlement amounts essentially are determined by an...