Can I sue employer outside workmans comp for negligence of my workmans comp pain n suffering

Consult with your lawyer. The exclusive remedy rule prevents most employees from suing their employer for negligence.

Can i return to full duty at work before my workmans comp case is settled will it hurt my case.

The law now requires you take make an effort to return to work whenever possible. However, before you accept a position, you should consult with a...

I just pulled a dried salted maggot out of my mouth while eating a bag of (brand name) pistachios, any claim to be had here?

You may have a claim against the retailer and/or manufacturer for this but you will have to prove damages sustained as a result of this. You may...

My husband got hurt at work. Workman's comp says he doesn't qualify for any more help. Is this true in KS?

There is a new standard in Kansas called the prevailing factor standard that requires the claimant/employee to prove that the accident is the...

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An employee can return to work with or without restrictions. We are a right to work state so the employer can accomodate or not, as they choose. ...

If I got hurt on one job, will workers comp pay my wages for my second job while I am off?

Under Kansas law there are limited ways to getting both jobs' wages considered. One is if both jobs are part time and same or similar in nature. ...

I lost the vision in my left eye at work do I need to hire an attorney ?

I strongly recommend that you consult with a workers compensation attorney as there are a number of issues under the new law that are tricky. ...

Not sure if I should settle a workers comp case due to the severity of this injury.

This sounds like a classic case of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome which is a condition where your pain nerves are turned on by trauma and don't...

Can a previous employer, that is used as a reference disclose to a new employer regarding workmans comp injury?

Under Kansas Law , you may have a claim against your old employer for disclosing this information but most likely it's against your new employer...

I was injured when I donated plasma and I stood up and passed out hitting my face to the floor. can I sue the plasma center??

The timing of your giving blood plasma and when you fell combined with your medical history will determine if you have a claim for negligence. An...