Do I receive additional compensation for a needed repair on a hip replacement Workman comp 12 years ago?

You would not be eligible for more income benefits unless you qualified for lifetime income benefits ( totally disabled).

IIn TX, can a person be fired for loss of time, if the loss is due to an on the job injury.?

The short answer is yes, you can be fired. Your job will generally only be protected for 12 weeks under the Family Medical Leave Act. I have moved...

Will workers comp still cover when no longer with the company and original claim is closed. Work injury is flaring up again

You are covered for life for the work related injury. You are able to receive reasonable and necessary treatment. The Carrier will often argue the...

I need an attorney for workers comp going to district court?

I'm sorry you lost at the administrative level. Unfortunately, if you loose a workers' comp case and you want to file a Request for Review in...

Hurt my left knee, my co-worker didn't put up a wet floor sign. I work for Montgomery county janitorial dept. do I have a case?

You wouldn't be able to file a tort claim against the county since they carry workers' comp insurance coverage. I'm concerned that you may have a...

Received a letter requesting an mmi workman comp Designated dr review ?

The insurance has the right to request that you attend a state selected doctor (designated doctor) to determine if you have reached MMI. The system...

How can I receive a monetary agreement from the insurance carrier now that I’ve won my Worker’s Comp case?

You are entitled to receive a final impairment rating if you have permanent injury. This will give your money. There are no settlements in workers'...

Can a Wc ic claim de generative disc d after they cover a wedge fracture but will not cover herniated disc ?

The insurance company can deny whatever they want to deny. You don't have to take it lying down. You can get your herniated disc covered, but you...

Disability is offered through the social security department which is not part of workers' comp. You may or may not have a private disability plan...

Case manager wants me to take FCE but my doctor never order it or mention it?

It is up to your doctor to order your medical treatment and the necessary tests. When I represent injured workers', I don't allow the nurse case...