What recourse do I have as independent contractor for work-related injuries?

Several issues are presented in your question. In Washington: Are you a worker or are you an independent contractor? The hotel's saying you are...

Does my dad have a case, he wants to receive a retirement pension

You father does have a good chance at getting a pension. Age education, and work experience are the three big factors which decide who gets a...

I received a voicemail stating that my L & I claim is closed they are still working with my doctor I get a perm-partial award

Your situation as stated does not make sense. PPD awards are usually conveyed by the same order which closes your claim, so at the time an L&I or...

Do I need an L&I attorney? What can/should I do?

When L&I sets up vocational training, they do so with the plan that when you complete the training, you will be employable. Thereafter, they...

Elk, WA 99009

L&I is a problematic area for many doctors. It pays less that full fare for their billings, and requires a lot of the doctors in paperwork and...

I have an operation agreed to by l&i, when done and i go back to work do i get a ppd award

Claims for injured workers who are incarcerated while involved in a Washington L&I claim are different. Your claim should be administered like...

Injured back in June. Doc wants to close case. I'm not feeling ready.vocational worker not helpful with info

Medical care is authorized only until the doc's, especially yours, believes you are as good as you are going to get. Vocational training is only...

From a procedural standpoint: Nobody gets L&I benefits unless they or someone on their behalf has filed an L&I claim. If you saw a doctor for...

The L&I attorney is paid by his client. Attorney fees can be hourly and/or contingent. L&I and personal injury lawyers almost always use a...

Is it possible to receive a partial payment from your permanent partial disability before the claim close?

It is possible, yet difficult to get a PPD advance. There is no legislative authority requiring L&I to grant an advance. They have historically...