I had surgery to repair a hernia that I got due to heavy lifting at my job. Can I sue my employer? I live in California.
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Answered on May 07, 2011
You are entitled to workers comp benefits but how much you are entitled to receive depends on the extent of your permanent disability. You should...
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If my doctor said I can't get any better and released me from his care with permanent ristrictions.
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Answered on April 24, 2011
The insurance company can certainly change their position based on new information. Whether their position is justified or not is a complicated...
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WEHAVE TO HIRE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTERS FROM TIME TO TIME ON JOBS.WHY DOES OUR WORKER COMP.WANT TO CHARGE US FOR EACH WORKER?
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Answered on April 23, 2011
I don't know if there is such a form in North Carolina, but generally speaking you have more protection if your "independent contractors" are...
Is it legal for my employer to do this?
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Answered on March 31, 2011
I would suggest that you contact an attorney who specializes in employment descrimination, ADA and Fair Employment and Housing matters to determine...
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Workers' Compensation: Recently I asked a question about writing a letter to the AME asking for a reconsideration.
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Answered on March 30, 2011
To use an AME you must either have an attorney or the AME was agreed upon when you did have an attorney. At this point, if you have new evidence...
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How can I rate my work related injury? What should I do?
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Answered on March 29, 2011
The process of a rating a permanent impairment and figuring out the ultimate permanent disability rating is complicated. The process starts with...
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I have a CA workers comp case and they are offering me a compromise and release.
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Answered on March 27, 2011
It's not clear whether there is a real 30 day time limit or not and the only way to be sure is to consult with a CA lawyer who specializes in...
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PA workmen compensation insurance sucks is there any groups that I can tell my story to and help change it. Thank you
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Answered on February 16, 2011
You should contact the Work Injury Law and Advocacy Group which is a national group of lawyers who represent injured workers and work to effect...