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I am currently out of workers comp. i have a lawyer handling my case can i get another lawyer to sue comp. for mental stress?
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Answered on June 19, 2013
Most states bar actions for mental stress claims that develop based on how the comp carrier is treating you. However, schedule an in person...
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Work for public school district, hurt on job filed FMLA and Workman's Comp since that time April 1, 2013, terminated in May
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Answered on June 18, 2013
The short annswer? It depends. Contact a workers' compensation or labor law attorney for a consultation and give the complete details of,your case...
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On a workmans comp case in the state of tennessee why cant you fight for meaningful work?
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Answered on June 18, 2013
Quitting the position likely made it more difficult to argue your position. Discuss with your attorney if there are viable ways to get around such...
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I GOT HURT WORKING AT THE PLANT .
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Answered on June 18, 2013
The employer's interest and your interest are typically adverse when you are involved in an industrial injury. Accordingly, do not take everything...
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What is the acceptable range for a worker's comp claim for thumb-break requiring surgery on the dominant hand?
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Answered on June 17, 2013
In Nevada, the factors going into the compensation award, are; age (younger the worker the higher the award), wage (the higher the average monthly...
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Is their a time frame in which I can still get an employment lawyer as I just found out about selecting specific attorneys?
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Answered on May 31, 2013
For a Nevada Industrial Injury claim you need to file a "claim for compensation" within 90 days from the date of injury (NRS 616C.020). If at the...
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No permanent partial disability settlement offered
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Answered on May 28, 2013
We're going to need more facts than what you have listed here. For example, is your claim still open (or still within the appeal date of their...
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When at my job, I am required to "clock out" for a 30 minute break, but work if I am asked to. What if I am injured?
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Answered on May 28, 2013
The answer, in Nevada, is "it depends". Nevada is not a "positional" risk test state, so you still have to be doing somthing job related in order...
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Can I pursue a lawsuit if I am collecting workers compensation?
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Answered on May 24, 2013
Agree with the statements above. Most states limit your exclusive remedy for bodily injuries while at work, to the workers' compensation system.
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Employer refuses ADA accommodations what should I do concerning this issue.
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Answered on May 23, 2013
Under the Nevada Industrial Insurance Act (NIIA) if your employer offers you a modified duty position WITHIN your industrial restrictions given to...