Your father should contact a law firm that handles workers' compensation matters as soon as possible to discuss the matter with them. Most workers'...

Once an impairment rating is issued by the work comp doctor on an accepted claim you are entitled to be reimbursed the cost of a second opinion at...

Thank you for your question. You are right in not taking an insurance companies word as to what is fair compensation for your injury. Each case is...

I agree with Mr. Bollinger. I will add that in Iowa if you refuse a TAD it is important to put your reasons in writing for the employer or it can...

Generally if the employer can accommodate the restrictions the treating doctor gives you need to try and return to work. If you disagree with the...

Generally, in many circumstances FMLA provides some job protection while off work for a health condition, however, that time is limited in...

Thank you for your question. I’m not sure what you mean by a “buy out”. I would suggest you consult with a workers’ compensation attorney to...

Generally, you are entitled to obtain a second opinion if you disagree with the impairment rating given by the company doctor and be reimbursed for...

It depends on when the injury happened and other facts not mentioned in your question. You should consider contacting a worker’ compensation...

Struck by a vehicle while walking through crosswalk. The vehicle supposedly had the right of way, Is there a case?

Thank you for your question. The short answer is yes, she likely does have a case. However, more facts would need to be known. An experienced...