How long do I have to be medicated, shot, and therapied " , all while I continue to work?

I don't think anyone will tell you to quit if there is potential for accommodation and return. Either way, the WC carrier will pay for your...

Can i take payments from my section 32 settlement with workers compensation and still get my full social security benefit?

I think you should lawyer-up in NY. I fear that once you take the lump sum, SS is going to significantly change your payments, even if you buy an...

Can I file a workers comp claim on a contingency basis? Also how likely will I win and how much will I get for arthritis

You can file the WC on contingency. In most states, that is the ONLY way that you can get an attorney. The value of your case will depend upon...

High blood pressure and high blood sugars, due to the pain after surgery.

WC is generally not responsible for your non-industrial conditions. If you have diabetes, lack of insurance is not a work problem. They may need...

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Can I record QME Eval (Audio)? I read from stae guideline Evaluation for my Condition must meet at 20 of evaluation.

That will be up to the doctor, but I am sure that he will not want audio or video recording of anything occurring in the office. You are free to...

Does our company have to create a new position to accommodate a worker who has been out on a WC claim for over a year?

The discrimination clause of LC 132a forbids the employer from treating the worker MORE disadvantageously (worse) than a similarly situated...

If I quit my job and I don't get paid until two weeks later, am I able to receive compensation.

You would not have been paid any faster if you finished the pay period. I am not sure what kind of compensation you are referring to.

My employer will not take me back after coming off Work Comp leave. Now what?

The employer has up to 60 days to offer a modified position/accommodation after you are found to have reached Maximum Medical Improvement. If the...

Almost all bank accounts have a Pay On Death (POD) beneficiary. If the remaining funds are in the bank account, your designated beneficiary would...

I need a lawyer for two types of cases for criminal and workers comp also.

Robbery MIGHT be counter-productive to your WC claim if you are convicted. Crimes of moral turpitude (especially felonies) can affect your...