I agree with the advice from Mr. Borah and Mr. Meline. Only thing I'd add is that if you are taking pain medication that could show up on a drug...

Can I sue months after an accident?

I agree with Alex on this case regarding 2 year statute of limitations. Talk to a personal injury attorney to file a claim for your child. You...

My landlord asked me to be the on-site caretaker of her home. i injured my arm while work in the yard. is this covered by DWC?

I agree with Brett. We need some more details, but I think the answer is yes there should be work comp coverage - most likely through the...

Do occupation and group codes have any bearing on final monetary award calculated by insurance co. in a 'Stips' award?

I agree with the others: the occupational group code CAN change the PD rating. Sometimes they do, sometimes they dont - it depends on your...

Almost at the end of a settlement with workmen's would a lawyer be necessary if I already got a settlement number and future med

I agree with Mr. Borah. Insurance companies take advantage of unrepresented people ALL the time. I’ve seen it many, many times. At least get a...

Was I wrongly terminated?

Absolutely talk to a work comp attorney that also does discrimination/132a ASAP. Many of us are in your area and do free consults. It sounds like...

If the attorneys representing the insurance company in my workers’ comp case file for adjudication, do I have to settle?

Best to go over this with a workers compensation attorney. It sounds like you want a Stipulated permanent disability award and to keep your job. ...

Will I have an issue when I have a workers compensation case open with current employer and a new owner takes over the store?

Change of ownership should not affect your work comp case, as Mr. Pedersen explained. However, if you do run into any trouble with new owners I...

Can I hire a new attorney for workers compensation lawsuit even if I'm still being represented by an attorney for 3 yrs present?

Mr. Rutyna is correct on all points. You can call around and switch attorneys anytime, but it may be hard to find someone willing to take over at...

What should I expect from WC after agreeing to buy out future medical of hernia mesh repair in 2012?

I agree you should contact a attorney to negotiate for you. This is very dependent on the medical reporting, and insurance companies take...