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Is there an attorney who can help me with Federal workers compensation in San Diego, CA?

Brett's answer | Answered on June 08, 2009

There are very few attorneys in California who handle federal workers' compensation claims. The total is probably less than a dozen state-wide. I...

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I occasionally use handymen to do some work for my operation and they are paid hourly. Can my workers comp policy cover them?

Brett's answer | Answered on May 31, 2009

You should discuss the issue with your workers' comp carrier. The handyman can be covered but it may not be needed. Your handyman may be an...

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They stopped all my pay when i was permanent and stable yet my case is still open.I thought my pay would just be cut until over

Brett's answer | Answered on May 27, 2009

You need to find out the reason why your money was cut off. It could be for a variety of reasons and depending on the reason, it may be able to...

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I was injured at work and need legal help

Brett's answer | Answered on May 23, 2009

I suspect you mean the doctors have released you TO work rather than FROM work. Hurting does not mean that you cannot work. My recommendations...

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My sister has been charged with Workers compensation fraud. 3 months after she settled with the carrier.

Brett's answer | Answered on May 23, 2009

The carrier cannot press charges. Insurance fraud charges would be criminal in nature and criminal charges can ONLY be brought by the county...

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I was injured the doctor said my shoulder not gonna get better so insurance cut me off temp disability until they decide what to

Brett's answer | Answered on May 23, 2009

It sounds like the carrier was paying you temporary, total disability indemnity (TTDI). That is only paid while you are temporarily, totally...

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I have a 1995 case of a work neck injury, and have received an award that included future medical benefits.

Brett's answer | Answered on May 23, 2009

Whether or not you NEED an attorney is not the question. Better questions are do you WANT an attorney and will any attorney represent you at this...

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Injury

Brett's answer | Answered on May 04, 2009

I will presume that you have filed your workers' compensation claim and are receiving benefits. If not, you need to get started on that right...

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I injured my back at work.

Brett's answer | Answered on April 30, 2009

The answer to your question will depend on whether your workers' compensation carrier has a medical provider network (MPN) and if so, who is in it....

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Will receiving a workers compensation settlement affect my social security income benefits

Brett's answer | Answered on March 14, 2009

If you've already settled your workers' comp. settlement, then you're asking this question too late. You should have considered this BEFORE you...

Brett A. Borah's Answers (13732)

Is there an attorney who can help me with Federal workers compensation in San Diego, CA?

I occasionally use handymen to do some work for my operation and they are paid hourly. Can my workers comp policy cover them?

They stopped all my pay when i was permanent and stable yet my case is still open.I thought my pay would just be cut until over

I was injured at work and need legal help

My sister has been charged with Workers compensation fraud. 3 months after she settled with the carrier.

I was injured the doctor said my shoulder not gonna get better so insurance cut me off temp disability until they decide what to

I have a 1995 case of a work neck injury, and have received an award that included future medical benefits.

Injury

I injured my back at work.

Will receiving a workers compensation settlement affect my social security income benefits