I need workman's comp. advice

In Texas, there is no way to make a final settlement of a workers' compensation claim. Impairment ratings must be disputed within 90 days or they...

Can an employee seek other employment and not lose their WC health benefit from an injury.

You never lose the health care benefit in a Texas claim. You are entitled to all health care that is related to the compensable work injury and...

I have been waiting for two weeks now for an okay for surgery how long does it take

In Texas, the insurance company only has three days to review the doctors preauthorization request and make a decision. There are a couple of...

You are not required to allow case managers or nurse case managers into your examinations with any doctor. All you have to do is tell your doctor...

I am on workmen's comp & have be doing all the req'd steps. My co-workers and immediate boss have not even contacted me to see

You need to make sure that you protect your rights, get the treatment necessary to recover from your injury and maximize any monetary benefit that...

Even if you no longer work for the same company you are eligible to receive workers' compensation benefits. There are several issues with the...

Is it legal for an attorney for the work comp insurance carrier to send a letter to a tx DD Dr telling him about my case?

The administrative rules allow the workers' comp insurance carrier to contact the designated doctor and explain the claim history and status, and...

My doctor hasnt released me from lite duty yet,but yet i have no more dr, therapy appts. I asked for a 2nd opinon but wasrefused

This is clearly a situation where you need to get a second opinion, but I do not think you should request a designated doctor. If you request a...

What if a non subscribing workers comp company refuses to settle?

This is a rather complex question. The answer depends on how you were injured in the first place and what the company's insurance policy says. In...

What do i do if i recieved a dispute letter from workers compensation?

It sounds like this insurance carrier is trying to take advantage of you and cheat you out of benefits that you are rightfully owed. I suggest...