I've recently filed for worker's comp for my bil wrist/hand, the company wants to access my medical records, why?
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Answered on October 15, 2024
I can't read their mind but I expect to a large degree they want to know whether any of your symptoms were brought up to a doctor before just...
Am I able to take legal action against an employer for not following my workers comp restrictions?
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Answered on October 15, 2024
I agree with my colleagues. The typical legal action is to say "I can't do do that, it's beyond my restrictions." There can be very narrow...
How permanent rating is calculated for multiple body injuries?
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Answered on October 14, 2024
I agree with Mr. Borah. You might consider setting up a consultation with a local work comp attorney to review the report with you. The short...
How important is a QME evaluation for a WC case? Can I settle my case without it? Will it hurt me to settle without QME?
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Answered on October 14, 2024
I agree with my colleagues:the QME is of paramount importance. No, not every case requires a QME report to settle but if a QME is getting involved,...
How long after a QME report is issued do the parties have to respond ?
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Answered on October 14, 2024
I agree with Mr. Borah. I'll add that you can look to consult with an attorney if you're concerned yours isn't on the right path but it sounds like...
What if i don't respond to a letter from Rawlings Company on behalf of Kaier permanente requesting information about an injury?
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Answered on October 14, 2024
I agree that there isn't enough information to answer your question or even have a clear sense of what's happening. We don't even know if you ever...
I was injured at my previous job and after 4 months I was terminated knowing I was still hurt. Can I sue them for that?
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Answered on October 11, 2024
I agree with Mr. Borah that the work comp case continues. Except for protecting someone from being the target of retaliation, workers' compensation...
I got hurt at work injuring my lower back and hip L4L5 and hip to leg pain numbness?
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Answered on October 10, 2024
I agree with my colleagues. It sounds like a serious injury (which it seems you know). You can either continue working with your current attorney...
Am i able to apply for SSDI or Supplemental Security Disability Insurance
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Answered on October 09, 2024
Hi Catherine,
I'm moving your question to the social security section on Avvo so you can hear from attorneys who practice in that field. If you...
What can I do about my attorney’s office lying about the C&R Agreement?
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Answered on October 08, 2024
$34,000 (40k after 15% attorney's fees) is not going to last forever. I hope you've considered looking for work or applying for SDI if you...