Is it legal for a workers comp insurance provider to with hold treatment and payment until you agree to pay them to settle?

NO!!! It should be clear that you need an attorney. Find an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney here on AVVO through the "Find a Lawyer"...

I had a car accident and the officer on scene didn't get both party's side of the story on the report which kills any info i say

As Mr. Lassen correctly notes, the report is not admissible. Stop focusing on it. Consult one of the many fine personal injury attorneys in...

How do i start the lawsuit process with the company

Find an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney here on AVVO through the "Find a Lawyer" tab above. Attorneys on AVVO want to help you but are...

Can our workmans comp lawyer change the settlement amount on the Settlement Contract after it was presented to us and signed?

You could insist that the amount on the contract agree with the check written. That would require withdrawing the contracts and submitting amended...

When you get injured at work by a co-worker, do I just sue the company or the employee also?

I agree with my colleague. I would only add that if this was a fight, you MUST NOT have been the aggressor OR a willing participant or the claim...

Can workmans comp later deny an existing claim based upon new findings that show the injury was caused by intent?

1. A carrier is NEVER estopped from later denying a claim. 2. The circumstance you describe does NOT make it likely that the carrier will deny...

If in oregon if your employer don't carry workmens comp insurance are they entitled to pay you hazardous pay

I agree with my colleague. I would only add that if someone is injured, files a WC claim, and is fired, they would have an additional suit against...

In Nebraska can I be fired while on work comp?

Going it alone, you are getting nowhere, fast. Find an experienced Workers' Compensation attorney here on AVVO through the "Find a Lawyer" tab...

How can my driver's license be suspended for 7 years for an accident I wasn't at or even near?

It is possible that you sold a car or motorcycle to someone who failed to transfer the title and then were at fault for an accident. Hire a...

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My exfiance knew he had genital herpesvirus and did not tell me until after. Do I have a case?

On your facts, you certainly have a case. How would you intend to collect a judgment?