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I injured my back at work. I went to the hospital and they said unable to return to work until rechecked on 5/30/13.
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Answered on May 30, 2013
Talk to an attorney soon. You need to first be sure that they have reported this to the insurance company. Have you filled out any type of...
If the treating doctor recommends surgery, would it be approved by claims adjuster ONLY AFTER QME is done and report is received
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Answered on May 30, 2013
If the physician feels surgery is needed now it will have more impact. Generally I agree with Mr Corson that its needed or not so if he believes...
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I was terminated from employment and was wondering if it was possible to reopen a workers comp claim from 2 years ago.
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Answered on May 30, 2013
n most states you can reopen if you have a worsening of condition(not related to a new incident or accident) Check with a local workers...
Surgery or settlement.
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Answered on May 30, 2013
When I was an insurance co lawyer I knew that if people wanted to settle rather than take a surgery that they really didnt want the surgery. The...
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If a person can not work because of their disability...
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Answered on May 30, 2013
You don't indicate that you suffered an injury at work to cause the Anxiety, only that it prevents you from work. I am not aware of any programs...
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Drawing WC money benefits if I am on social security
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Answered on May 30, 2013
In my state you can get both but WC gets an offset for part of the social security so maybe one of the good NC attys here can indicate how it works...
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I have a disability related question but not sure where/who to contact for assistance/information. Please advise. Thank You
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Answered on May 30, 2013
Unfortunately you need to do what you should have done when you first noticed the problem was serious. Get an attorney skilled in workers...
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Do I have an separate issue?
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Answered on May 30, 2013
In most states you cant be terminated because you had a workers compensation claim, however they can terminate you (or lay you off) if you cannot...
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My job cant find me a position after my workmans comp injury can i collect unemployment ?
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Answered on May 30, 2013
Each state is different but here you would be able to collect unemployment after you are placed at maximum medical improvement. Check with one if...
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If I get injured again at work what should I do ?
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Answered on May 30, 2013
You need the assistqnce of a workers compensation attorney. Your injury is one that is serious enough that you should not go it alone.
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