Is it possible to do a compromise and release after a stipulation has been paid?

Yes, it's possible. Only issue is whether both parties agree to an amount.

Although this is a work comp issue, few work comp attorneys handle tribal cases. Your best bet is to seek out a tribal law attorney. S/he could...

Husband got hurt at work 5/8/00 & his case still not settled. Need direction for him to be fully compensated. Poor attorney!!!!

I agree that incurred medical bills are paid outside the settlement. But, perhaps what he's saying is that the insurance company does not want to...

I have been going through workera comp for a year. My attorney said the insurance company wants to settle. He gave me the amount

The attorney representing the insurance company will draft the settlement agreement and send it to your attorney. Some attorneys take longer than...

Do I need a workers comp lawyer even of I am currently being treated for a work related injury?

If you're considering hiring an attorney in the future (i.e. after you stop treating), the sooner you hire someone the better. It costs the same...

Workers comp question

I can't comment on the quality of your representation. But oftentimes claims are denied not because of your representation, but because of your...

Work Comp - how difficult is it to change attorneys in the middle of a case?

First, it's not uncommon for a case to take over a year. In fact, most cases take well over a year, depending on the severity of the injury. You...

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What do you do if you're a small business being sued for workers comp and have no insurance?

I think he has 1 option. Hire an attorney - evaluate his exposure and minimize the damage.

If your biggest fear is damaging your back even more, your question really needs to be directed at a physician that you trust. It's probably worth...

The regs state that you may select a doctor of your choosing to receive and discuss the report with you. Keep in mind that the report is a medical...