Can I open a civil suit?

No, unfortunately, you are not allowed to sue the insurance company for bad faith or neglect. The exclusive remedy (as the other attorney...

How long does it take to receive payment on workers comp case?

I agree. The defendant has 30 days to pay you from the time they received the settlement award (I.e. If the Judge mailed it it could take a little...

Can I file a claim for an injury from a job I left in nine months ago?

You have one year from the time you were injured whether you work for this employer or not. The short answer is yes, you still have time to file...

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I've been found 13% stationary and permanent in a workers comp claim. When I retire is that 13% tax free for my retirement money

I think your retirement person is right, your award is separate and tax free. It does not mingle with your retirement

I want to know what are my chances of getting workman's comp due to ptsd

I believe you can file a new stress claim. The doctor may say it's a new injury, that's what you would want them to say. Or, they may say it's an...

I agree with the other attorneys. Its a grey area and it depends on what the adjuster is telling the doctor. Appropriate subjects would be status...

Hi, I am receiving work comp and do not have a Lawyer. Does work comp have to offer a settlement

I would need more details. I can tell you that if you are returning to the same employer, you will likely be offered a settlement called a...

I was injured at work and had to have knee surgery and it was through workers comp . My case was left open for future medical .

The insurance company has a right not to settle out medical and the injured worker has the same option. Given that, the insurance companies usually...

Work comp canceled my rides to my appointments.

There are a few possibilities as to why this would happen but I would need more information. You are expected to take public transportation or...

No, you will not have to have another deposition. This is a common chronology. Usually when your case opens and you've seen attorney, the first...