I was given a 7% whole body on my cervical spine and 11% whole body on my lumbar spine in QME final report in California
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Answered on November 10, 2016
The ratings are what is used to determine the amount of money you are entitled to for your permanent disability. The final rating, which is a...
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Question bout date?
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Answered on November 10, 2016
This is a matter you should obtain an attorney as soon as possible. I am not sure why you believe your condition is work related, but your...
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Do I need an attorney?
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Answered on November 10, 2016
Yes I do believe it is important you retain an attorney for workers compensation benefits. You should not be performing work beyond the...
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Can my workman's comp. doctor put me on P&S for a pregnancy?
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Answered on November 03, 2016
If you are not represented, I would recommend you contact a workers compensation lawyer ASAP to discuss your case. If you need surgery, but cannot...
Could we use PTO while workers compensation is on delay?
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Answered on November 02, 2016
You should be able to use any PTO, sick time, or vacation time available while you are off work and awaiting a decision on your workers...
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QME issued initial report as P&S with restrictions of Prolonged Weight Bearing but he requested an MRI & Surgeons Report...
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Answered on November 02, 2016
Without knowing all the facts of your case, it does appear that you should be able to perform your usual work.
Seems the simple way to get a...
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The difference between an approved workers compensation and accepted workers compensation?
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Answered on November 01, 2016
From what I can tell by your question, it appears you have been approved for FMLA leave while you are out of work, but the Insurance Carrier is the...
Can I file for CA State Disability?
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Answered on November 01, 2016
Yes you may file for State Disability if no workers compensation insurer is paying you disability. I have several cases exactly like this in my...
Does the primary treating physician in workers’ compensation cases have to be a Qualified Medical Examiners (QME)?
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Answered on November 01, 2016
No, the treating physicians are not required to be a State Panel QME physician, but many treating doctors are also State Panel QME's. The State...
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How I know if my low back problem is work related?
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Answered on October 04, 2016
If you believe your injury is work related you should consult with an attorney as soon as possible. Hopefully you told the doctors how you injured...
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