Can an injured worker decline to continue to see a W/C doctor based on dissatisfaction/inadequate/unsatisfactory tx? Options?
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Answered on March 28, 2025
There's enough going on there that you might want to consult with some local attorneys about becoming represented. If that's not feasible, you...
Can I decline to see a W/C doctor now that I have Medicare while waiting for settlement?
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Answered on March 28, 2025
Mr. Bollinger is correct; the burden of paying for treatment here should not be shifted to Medicare. There MIGHT be an option to settle the WC...
Do I still get paid after I reached my 2 year limit being on workers comp and i still need medical treatment?
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Answered on March 27, 2025
I'd suggest reading Mr. Borah's response twice. If you've hit the cap, you've hit the cap. It's not a guideline or a policy or what the adjuster...
Who will pay the lien of my sdi of 1 year, if qme put me MMI already in only 4 months after I filed my works comp which is CT?
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Answered on March 27, 2025
I don't disagree with Mr. Borah but on the other side, we don't know how much the PD is or your greater financial situation. I'd interpret his...
What are my next options after being laid off because my medical situation?
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Answered on March 25, 2025
Your question reads as if he settled the work comp case then received temporary disability. Typically, a settlement would end temporary disability...
Worker compensation bad faith ?
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Answered on March 24, 2025
The work comp exclusive remedy rule has been very broadly interpreted. Unless there's adjuster conduct outside what someone would expect from...
Do I need an atty? Or just re open claim with insurance carrier?
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Answered on March 24, 2025
A consultation with a local attorney might be helpful so you can go over specific facts. If the last time you treated under that award was over two...
When doctor gives permanent restriction which has repetitive motion.
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Answered on March 24, 2025
I agree with Mr. Bollinger. There is no definition specific to work comp. It seems you and your employer are interpreting it differently. Who can...
I need advise on a workers comp special investigation s unit audit
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Answered on March 19, 2025
I agree with Mr. Borah. If you're seeking advice from an attorney on your specific situation, your best bet is going to be consulting with a...
Injury currently working from home. Doctor extended my WFH however work wants me back at the office.
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Answered on March 19, 2025
Your question landed in the work comp section but you don't mention a workplace injury. I'm tagging it for a wrongful termination attorney since...