I recently received my first workmans comp.check in the amount of $533.35 while working I grossed $1,508 twice a month.i thought

If your check is for one week, you are being overpaid. If it is for 2 weeks, you are ONLY RECEIVING 1/2 of what you should be. To be accurate, we...

Do I need to retain a Worker's Comp Attorney or do I wait for MMI?

Given your very extensive injuries, it would be foolish to delay hiring an attorney. Workers' Compensation attorneys do NOT charge you a fee for...

Does my niece need personal injury lawyer for car accident?

If Amanda was injured, she NEEDS an attorney. She can find an experienced Personal Injury attorney here on AVVO. Attorneys on AVVO want to help...

What is taken into consideration when an insurance co offers a wage differential settlement?

To be eligible for a COLA-type annual increase, you MUST have a trial and secure a Decision from the Commission. The additional money is NOT paid...

The insurance company has NO obligation to settle a wage differential with a lump sum, EVER. The only guarantee is that there will be no offer...

What is a good amount to ask for?

The ONLY relevant information for determining claim value is the extent of your injury as described by a medical doctor, in your case, an...

Are taxes withheld from my workmans comp check and is child support taken out of the workmans comp check

I agree with my colleagues. To be clear, TTD is subject to child support just as PPD. Unless you are salaried, there is a very good likelihood...

If I understand correctly, you have NOT hired an attorney, only "spoken" with one. When you say that your "pay is low" we have no way of knowing...

I am looking at suing University of Louisville for aiding in damaging my son's knee and need to know of contingency indy atty

On your facts, there is no personal injury claim. It is unlikely but there may be a breach of contract . Advise your son to contact a local...

I was involved in an auto accident in which the other driver is 100% at fault. I was knocked unconscious for 10-15minutes

You absolutely need an attorney to protect your interests and guide your care. There is no up-front cost.