3 yrs ago, an employee injured himself. We did not have work comp ins. Recently, he was laid off. Now he is suing? S of L?

The statute of limitations is an affirmative defense. To answer whether it helps you here would require more facts. You need to consult with an...

How can Workers Comp deny claim after having same diagnoses by W/C doctor, W/C Physcologist, personal doctor WORK RELATED 100%

The denial notice stated the grounds for denial. If it is a psychiatric claim, there are various bases for denial. See...

This is a cumulative trauma injury (see http://www.wcwebzine.com/a-z/cumulativetrauma.htm). You need to fill out a claim form (see...

Two Different Workers Compensation Claims

You are not entitled to benefits until a workers' compensation judge issues an Award. That is why it is set for AOE-COE hearing - so WCJ can review...

Mmi -permanent and stationary. Doc gave 10% upper extremity and 6% whole body impairment. How do they pay for schedule award

Please get a lawyer who understands CRPS. There is something wrong with the ratings you describe. This sounds far too low if CRPS resulted from...

Workers Compensation

An attorney needs to communicate with the client about proposed strategy and get agreement. Some things can be made worse by going to court, others...

My mmi rateing

We would need to know your date of injury, for one thing. And the apportionment percent. The final rating may be more -- not clear from the facts...

Received rating. I want to settle my case not sure if I want to Stips or C&R. What do I need to do to bring case to a close?

There are not enough facts here to answer all your questions. The 15% increase applies if 50 or more employees at time of injury; voucher depends...

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I agree with Mr. Borah. See http://www.wcwebzine.com/a-z/penalties&sanctions.htm

Can going to the Laser spine clinic with my own money jeopardize an open workers comp case which has been denied for my spine?

No. Your health should always come first. Do what is medically best for you.