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Hi, i was sent a I-9 form from a former employeer, but i havent worked with them since June, what do i do with it??

Brett's answer | Answered on November 24, 2012

A form I-9 is supposed to be completed BEFORE employment...not after. It's purpose is to show that you are eligible for employment. It's required...

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Where is there a link that I can figure out my 2004 WC injury for purposes of settlement?

Brett's answer | Answered on November 24, 2012

I agree with Mr Corson & Mr Montoya. 25 + 25 + 25+ 25 does not add up to 100! It's much more complicated. Besides, 100% is like the death...

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Can Workers compensation excepted injury claim but denied me monetary for not being able to work for this summer ? Palo Alto

Brett's answer | Answered on November 24, 2012

Isn't this really the same question you asked 4 months ago? Time to lawyer-up so you stop digging yourself into a deeper and deeper hole. Find...

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Work Comp. I have been on medical leave for 4 weeks now. I was called today and told to pay rent and medical.

Brett's answer | Answered on November 24, 2012

There are a lot of issues to be explored here. First, in determining how much to pay you for W.C. while off, were they including the value of...

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Am I responsible for a medical exam my Workers Comp adjuster agreed to cover yet refused to pay?

Brett's answer | Answered on November 24, 2012

Mr. Corson is giving you good advice. If the insurance persists in refusing to pay for the stress echo exam, you should either hire an attorney to...

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Can I continue receiving EDD disability payments if my injury becomes a permanent partial disability?

Brett's answer | Answered on November 24, 2012

I agree with the always reliable Mr. Corson and Ms. Dowe. If your treating doctor has said that you are permanent and stationary, what doctor...

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My injury was 2003 when i hired my workers comp attorney. ive been told of of the hardship of changing so late is this true?

Brett's answer | Answered on November 23, 2012

I agree with Ms. Dowe. If your case is 10 years old, if you've already settled by Stipulated Award, you're going to have a tough time finding a...

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Closed a workers comp case in 2000 never got injury fixed settled for financial reasons only now out of work again same injury

Brett's answer | Answered on November 21, 2012

Mr. Corson and Mr. Feld both give good advice. Did you close your medical care when you settled or keep it open? Either way, it may be time to...

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Do I have a case if I was terminated after I received an injury and workman's comp did not contact for 2 weeks, then denied it?

Brett's answer | Answered on November 21, 2012

Mr. Candiano and Mr. McCormick are both smart lawyers. Listen to their advice. Get in touch with a good W.C. lawyer. Find one here at...

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I need to find a lawyer that will help my husband try and reopen a disability claim.

Brett's answer | Answered on November 21, 2012

I would suggest he apply not only for SSI (supplemental income) but also SSDI (disability income) from SSA (Social Security Administration).

Brett A. Borah's Answers (13747)

Hi, i was sent a I-9 form from a former employeer, but i havent worked with them since June, what do i do with it??

Where is there a link that I can figure out my 2004 WC injury for purposes of settlement?

Can Workers compensation excepted injury claim but denied me monetary for not being able to work for this summer ? Palo Alto

Work Comp. I have been on medical leave for 4 weeks now. I was called today and told to pay rent and medical.

Am I responsible for a medical exam my Workers Comp adjuster agreed to cover yet refused to pay?

Can I continue receiving EDD disability payments if my injury becomes a permanent partial disability?

My injury was 2003 when i hired my workers comp attorney. ive been told of of the hardship of changing so late is this true?

Closed a workers comp case in 2000 never got injury fixed settled for financial reasons only now out of work again same injury

Do I have a case if I was terminated after I received an injury and workman's comp did not contact for 2 weeks, then denied it?

I need to find a lawyer that will help my husband try and reopen a disability claim.