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What happens if the defense doesn't pay me my S&W settlement within 30 days?

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

Today is December 16, 2014, so 12/19/14 hasn't happened yet. But to answer your question, if a settlement is properly executed by all parties, and...

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Does a WC claim show up in any sort of searchable public record? If so, what info is shown, and who can see it?

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

Virtually all claims opened by insurance companies are reported tothe ISO database, where subsequent insurance companies can quickly search online...

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Assigned temporary duty out of town, accommodations paid by employer, has stroke after work hours, is that workers comp coverage

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

You will need an admissible medical opinion as to causation for workers compensation. Consult a local workers compensation attorney, who can get...

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I have a very complex situation about my workers comp claim. Need advise

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

You have three options: 1. Stick with this attorney; 2. Get a new one; or 3. Represent yourself. As you have mentioned, attorneys will be very...

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I recently had a workers comp case when I closed the case they stated I can return back to work but my employer doesn't reply?

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

Call you employer, and if that doesn't work, ask your attorney, if you had one. Was the return to work in writing? Who told you that you could...

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Am I entitled to workers compensation?

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

You may well have a case, but you are facing an uphill battle. You will need an attorney if you want a chance of succeeding. You will need to get a...

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My husband had a Heart Attack at work. Called his work to file the WC papers and was told I can't it is a medical assist not WC.

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 16, 2014

Don't take their answer that you can't file. Consult a local workers compensation attorney, who can get all the facts and best advise you of your...

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What steps should I take next in my husbands workers compensation case?

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 15, 2014

Consult a local workers compensation attorney, to protect your rights. The sooner the better. You can search for one on this site, by clicking he...

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Does an employer have to carry workers com ins if he issues a 1099 at the end of the year.

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 15, 2014

Just because the employer gives you a 1099, and considers you an independent contractor, does not necessarily make you an independent contractor,...

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What are my options after a work related injury becomes permanent? What does it mean to write my injury as a disability?

Gilbert's answer | Answered on December 15, 2014

I agree with the advice from Mr. Weekley. Consult a local workers compensation attorney, to protect your rights. The sooner the better. You can...

Gilbert Earl Fisher's Answers (2198)

What happens if the defense doesn't pay me my S&W settlement within 30 days?

Does a WC claim show up in any sort of searchable public record? If so, what info is shown, and who can see it?

Assigned temporary duty out of town, accommodations paid by employer, has stroke after work hours, is that workers comp coverage

I have a very complex situation about my workers comp claim. Need advise

I recently had a workers comp case when I closed the case they stated I can return back to work but my employer doesn't reply?

Am I entitled to workers compensation?

My husband had a Heart Attack at work. Called his work to file the WC papers and was told I can't it is a medical assist not WC.

What steps should I take next in my husbands workers compensation case?

Does an employer have to carry workers com ins if he issues a 1099 at the end of the year.

What are my options after a work related injury becomes permanent? What does it mean to write my injury as a disability?