In the state of Colorado, is it legal for an employer to fire you while you have an open workers compensation case with that emp

As it always seems to be with lawyers, the answer is - it depends. One of the confusing things about the law is that all sort of different laws -...

Been injured on the job for 2 years , Doctors Evaluation says im at 11% body disabled and my lawyer isn't caring what I want.

Short Answer: Keep calling other law firms that specialize in workers compensation to get a free consultation so you can get a second opinion. ...

What jobs can i put on my ssi application

You should list the jobs. Part of the SSI Application and Decision making process is to evaluate what kind of work you did in the past.

Hiring a lawyer for workers comp claim hurt your chances to work for other companies?

Some companies make inquiries into whether you have filed for workers' compensation benefits - but that doesn't reveal whether you had an attorney....

Can my company decrease my hourly pay for getting hurt and on workers comp?

No. Except .... if you are unable to do your regular job because of the restrictions they doctor has given you - your company may give you light...

I got injured on the job 3 months ago and returned to work just got fierd because im unreliable what should i do?

You are entitled to lost wages under workers compensation so long as you have restrictions and are still in active medical treatment. (This means...

What can happen if I'm not receiving my workers comp checks?

As John says, once the insurance carrier admits for lost wages they must pay it every two weeks. Workers Compensation pays only two-thirds of your...

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Do I need a lawyer for my workers comp claim?

I would answer your question this way: The insurance company has already retained an attorney to help it decide how to handle its claims. If they...

I have a bad knee, I will need a surgery . Can I get disability with doctor's report only ?

Unlikely. Also - please understand that Social Security requires your condition to be disabling (or expected to be disabling) for a year or more. ...

Can someone from my place of employment attend my workers compensation doctors visits??

Absolutely not. You should tell the Safety Director no - and you should also tell your Doctor you object to any communication with your employer ...