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I cut off a half inch off my left ring finger at work my boss dosent have workers comp and refuses to pay the bill can i sue him

Spencer's answer | Answered on October 03, 2012

If your employer doesn't have workers' compensation insurance, he can be sued in civil court. If he is required to have work comp, filing a comp...

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I have a personal issue that I would like some advice on before bringing to my probate lawyer.

Spencer's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

I am sincerely sorry to read this, and can not imagine what you are going through. Your question is very complicated. Confirm with a probate...

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Does work comp have to pay for me to go back to the surgeon after 2 back surgeries last year

Spencer's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

You are paying an attorney to represent you it seems- you have two choices: follow his/ her advice, or fire the attorney and hire another. While...

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I work for my self i have a workmen comp. claim and my ins. co. wants to pay my weekly on mu net.income not my gross income

Spencer's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

Income is different than wages, and wages (or the equivalent) are the standard for workers' compensation payments. Call a Lawyer!

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What steps need to be taken to file a claim against the estate of the deceased

Spencer's answer | Answered on September 28, 2012

Your question is way too vague to get specific advice, and I have no idea what kind of claim you may have. You are limited to a short time window...

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I was rearended. not sure of my injuries till days later. Lower back and neck pain now. saw chiropracter today. both out of line

Spencer's answer | Answered on August 27, 2012

Either way could be the right answer. If you only want your medical paid, don't hire a lawyer. If your injury turns out to be more than a small...

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Will I receive a settlement check

Spencer's answer | Answered on August 19, 2012

Nope. Workers' compensation does not pay for pain and suffering. I have videos at theinjurylawnews.com that explain this better, but in a nutshell,...

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What are the pros and cons of a structured settlement loan? How does it work & can it be for less than the entire settlement?

Spencer's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

I don't know what you mean by a structured settlement "loan." If you mean taking your lump sum settlement and structuring it, the main benefit is...

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Settled my auto accident case 30 days ago, but I still have not received release papers for my check. Problem?

Spencer's answer | Answered on August 17, 2012

There are a million things that could be holding up the paperwork. Medicare/medicaid or insurance companies wanting repayment of your bills could...

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I was in an accident my son hit a car by running a yield sign I was taken to the hospital. My son has full coverage insurance an

Spencer's answer | Answered on July 31, 2012

I am unaware of any insurance provision that allows a negligent driver's insurance to avoid coverage to family members. If the only basis for...

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I cut off a half inch off my left ring finger at work my boss dosent have workers comp and refuses to pay the bill can i sue him

I have a personal issue that I would like some advice on before bringing to my probate lawyer.

Does work comp have to pay for me to go back to the surgeon after 2 back surgeries last year

I work for my self i have a workmen comp. claim and my ins. co. wants to pay my weekly on mu net.income not my gross income

What steps need to be taken to file a claim against the estate of the deceased

I was rearended. not sure of my injuries till days later. Lower back and neck pain now. saw chiropracter today. both out of line

Will I receive a settlement check

What are the pros and cons of a structured settlement loan? How does it work & can it be for less than the entire settlement?

Settled my auto accident case 30 days ago, but I still have not received release papers for my check. Problem?

I was in an accident my son hit a car by running a yield sign I was taken to the hospital. My son has full coverage insurance an