Ky workers comp

The AWW is computed pursuant to a statute, KRS 342.140. If the employee is paid hourly, wages for the one year period prior to the injury,...

Lump sum payment question

For 8 years, work limitations have not been the ruler used to value a disability. Now that the American Medical Association standards have been...

DWC Question about returning to work and papers i have to sign what does it mean?

It does not really matter. You have 3 Choices: Option A- Sign that you accept and go back to work. Option B- Sign that you reject the offer...

How long til I get my check?

If you have an Attorney, ask them. If you do not, then ask the Insurance Adjuster; (s)he is the one cutting the check.

I have chronic and acute neck pain due to an old injury. I called in sick today because my neck and headache pain was unbearable

It is unlikely that you are guaranteed hours, and the owner probably needs to make sure the company is staffed if it is that small. If you are...

What is the next step in the process after a discovery status conference is held at the WC appeals board?

Well, if you are serious about your claim, you hire an Attorney. If you do not, the Trial will be very disappointing for you.

Generally, the QME will issue a Supplemental report after reviewing the additional information.

In California, can a person receive both Worker's Compensation benefits and Soc. Security Disability benefits at the same time?

Generally, no. SSDI will offset for your WC benefits if you receive PD advances, but you will get a supplement if the math works out. You REALLY...

Settlement

Don't agree to pay one to start with. Trial has risks, but settlement is not one of them.

Calif wc case nov 2005 still unsettled/ive mvd to georgia and cant travel/atty unresponsive to calls etc..what to do?

What is it that you actually expect? You don't want a negotiated settlement, and you don't want to attend your Trial. Your claim will most likely...