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I am in management and have been out on workmanscomp. Before going out on workmanscomp my employer placed me on light duty. Now
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Answered on September 13, 2015
I echo my Chicago colleague, Mr. Candiano. You NEED a lawyer now-period.
While they may have had light duty, they don't have to accommodate...
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Question about lawsuit
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Answered on September 12, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss. Glad you were active in seeking justice.
Unless you really think you can outsmart the nursing home lawyers and know...
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Do I need to sue or should I even pursue this?
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Answered on September 12, 2015
Your only option is a workers' compensation claim against your employer. You do not file a lawsuit--it's a specific action under the Workers'...
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Is this legal?
SATISFACTION RELEASE - IL Cook County 0500
Attorney crossed out the entire bottom section of the form.
Condo
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Answered on September 11, 2015
I think you may be confused, and apparently are not represented, so this can be difficult to navigate solo.
I've attached the Release and...
In Illinois, Does An Attorney Have To Actually File A Notice Of Attorney's Lien In The Pending Suit In Order For It To Apply?
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Answered on September 09, 2015
Technically, a lien must be sent certified mail to the defendant and insurance company, but realistically if a carrier is on notice, the attorney's...
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My wife almost died from a "mis-cut" during her C-section & large piece of placenta left behind. Is this malpractice?
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Answered on September 09, 2015
I'm sorry your wife had to go through all of this. Her "almost dying," while traumatic, is not an item of damage for which you can sue--only what...
My fiance was bit by a spider in jail. Was given ice pack and sent back to bunk. 6 months later he died from sepsis.
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Answered on September 08, 2015
Oh, I'm really sorry you had to lose your fiancé, and especially in such a horrible way.
Now, the question of what caused the sepsis and...
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Can you be deposed more than once in a auto crash injury case
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Answered on September 08, 2015
It can happen when new information comes up in the first deposition. It is rate and would require a court order.
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Do I need a Worker's Comp attorney? I have only been on the job for two months and receive no benefits.
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Answered on September 08, 2015
You have made numerous mistakes in how you handled this, which really cannot be undone now. By continuing to work, not getting definitive medical...
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If you are handicap & no longer work, can your debtors get your workman comp money from your bank account.
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Answered on September 08, 2015
As I said in answering your question originally posted, this is generally incorrect. Talk to your lawyer to see what is happening.