Is workers compensation award subject to court judgment lien?

I agree with both colleagues on this. Child support is the only lien I have ever seen recognized. As you have been cautioned, "liens" are what...

Could I have a worker's compensation claim re-opened after they had my impairment reduced from an 18% to a 8% beyond the appeal?

In most states, Circuit Court jurisdiction of WC matters is specified by statute. In simple terms, there is no way to toll or extend the deadline...

Do I have to sign a release of my medical records when i hurt on the job? Seems to me this can only hurt a person never help?

1. You have no option - you must sign the release. 2. "Preexisting" usually means that you made an old injury or an asymptomatic defect become...

What is a fair dollar amount to offer?

I am in complete agreement with Mr. Corson. As long as you have a policy of Workers’ Compensation insurance, the injury is covered. The best...

Can I recieve privately paid (through work) long term disability and unemployment benefits(same company) in the state of Indiana

If you lost your hearing due to exposure to loud noise at work, you may have a Worker’s Compensation claim and you should consult a local Worker’s...

What is the wait period for a workcomp. settlement case in Illinois?

There are many factors involved to answer your question without more information. Do NOT attempt to negotiate this on your own. You will be...

1. You cannot sue your employer when you get hurt on the job. You CAN pursue a WC claim. 2. You don't give us any information about the...

Can an employer force me to travel off-site to deal with a potentially dangerous customer if it's not in my job description?

Your employer has a right to ask you to do anything that is not illegal or unreasonably dangerous. Returning documents to a client is neither.

I hirt my back at work, the doctor told me to go back to work, seated work only. its been 2 weeks now did i do the right thing

You need an experienced WC attorney. If you are on pain meds and need to drive, you should be home, resting.

My son was in a car accident involving a fatality, His car is totalled and the insurance is now trying to jerk him around.

I cannot imagine the horror of being in an accident where someone loses their life. That said, it has no bearing on the property damage claim. ...