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Would my work comp injury be covered by my spouse's medical insurance in case i need care in the future for my same work injury?
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Answered on May 13, 2015
I agree with Mr. Borah that there are no guarantees, but Obamacare and even previously group health plans did not allow pre-existing conditions to...
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If I was receiving SDI, and am now starting to receive Settlement payments, do I qualify for Unemployment Ins.?
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Answered on May 13, 2015
As for unemployment, while outside of my expertise, it is my understanding the requirement is that you are ready willing and able to work. Just...
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What may happen if work comp attorney fail/forgets to file/reopen for another claim for injury within 5 yrs from date of injury?
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Answered on May 11, 2015
Talk to your attorney. You cant reopen after five years for any reason i can think of, however are you still working? Perhaps you have a new claim.
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I believe an attorney has filed a falsified workers comp claim against me. The case is on going for 12 years. Can I sue him?
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Answered on May 11, 2015
There is not enough information here to answer your question. But in general it would be a very rare case where you would have such a lawsuit.
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What is Statute of Limitations in Workers Comp case in California?
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Answered on May 11, 2015
I guess the first issue is employment, but as for whether the case would go to trial, statute of limitations is an issue for trial. We don't have...
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Worker comp w/ future med award & carrier is not responding to requests. calls, ect. is there any course I can take to expidite?
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Answered on May 09, 2015
I agree that if you have an attorney, you need to make a call to that person. If not, you may want to try to consult with an attorney but have...
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Is true that Insurance could desai to attend the AME.FOR MY WORKER COMPESATION.CASE
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Answered on May 09, 2015
Is your question whether an insurance company can refuse to agree to send you to an agreed medical examiner? In order to go to an agreed medical...
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Does a lawyer have to advise his client personally of his intent to file a dismissal of claim on a workmans comp claim?
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Answered on May 09, 2015
If the question is whether he has to meet with you, the answer is no. A better question is can he dismiss your claim without your permission and...
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I sign my workers comp settlement but I had to voluntary resigned my job of 30 yrs so
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Answered on May 07, 2015
I agree with the other attorneys. Now while in California there is no waiting period, if it has not been approved by a judge yet, then you still...
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When hiring a Workers Compensation attorney, when does their obligation to me end? The day the case is settled, or after pymnt.?
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Answered on May 04, 2015
I agree with the other attorneys, but would note that if it is still within 5 years of the date of injury, you have substantial future medical...