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Draper's answer | Answered on April 21, 2016

You should immediately inform the adjuster of the wages you earned. This may present some complications for your case; however, it also may not. ...

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Where do I start with this situation. I am now at home not wanting to work

Draper's answer | Answered on April 11, 2016

You need to speak with a attorney as soon as possible so that they may help to determine whether you are able to pursue the dispute of your...

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Do I need to hire an attorney or just hope it all works out

Draper's answer | Answered on April 05, 2016

I believe you should as issues such as extent of injury, which may not seem so important early on, can cause issues as your claim continues on. If...

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See surgeon tomorrow does there case manager have right to see surgeon same time i do also do i have to go back to lite duty if

Draper's answer | Answered on April 04, 2016

Do not allow a nurse case manager to attend the appointment with you. This destroys your patient doctor confidentiality. Additionally why would you...

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Will I still be able to apply for short-term disability after "worker comp", has done an impairment rating, and say I can't work

Draper's answer | Answered on April 02, 2016

The short answer is yes, you can file. Whether you qualify is a completely different issue. If you purchased your disability policies through your...

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Is there any attorney's who would be interested in this case and can I still be seen as a workers comp?

Draper's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

You need to see an attorney in your area that specializes in workers' compensation sooner than later. You say you have had several injuries over...

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How do I get this straight to receive any type of financial help till I get well

Draper's answer | Answered on March 25, 2016

Call the office of injured employee counsel, generally located at the local Division of Workers' Compensation office, and request an ombudsman to...

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How can I find an attorney to challenge the workers compensation decisions in TX that don't consider all relevant info?

Draper's answer | Answered on March 21, 2016

You have already received good information here. Use the find lawyer tool on AVVO.com to find an attorney in your area. There are several...

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If my employer is paying all my medical and keeping me working on light duty am I still entitled to a settlement check?

Draper's answer | Answered on March 17, 2016

If they truly have workers' compensation insurance there are no settlements in Texas. I would be cautious in allowing your employer to do this if...

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If the designated doctor failed to read my records fully and put a mmi date effectively stoping treatment what action can I take

Draper's answer | Answered on March 14, 2016

As you state you have already had a Contested Case Hearing, I believe you have done everything at this point you can do. You could get your...

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Where do I start with this situation. I am now at home not wanting to work

Do I need to hire an attorney or just hope it all works out

See surgeon tomorrow does there case manager have right to see surgeon same time i do also do i have to go back to lite duty if

Will I still be able to apply for short-term disability after "worker comp", has done an impairment rating, and say I can't work

Is there any attorney's who would be interested in this case and can I still be seen as a workers comp?

How do I get this straight to receive any type of financial help till I get well

How can I find an attorney to challenge the workers compensation decisions in TX that don't consider all relevant info?

If my employer is paying all my medical and keeping me working on light duty am I still entitled to a settlement check?

If the designated doctor failed to read my records fully and put a mmi date effectively stoping treatment what action can I take