I have an L&I claim that has been ongoing for the past two years. Is there always a " paid settlement" on L&I claims?

A money award for permanent partial disability (PPD) is very likely for your claim. To calculate the award amount and to see the difference...

If you are 70 and on soc security and work 25 hours a week can you get full L&I benefits if you are hurt at work?

L&I time loss payments are based on wages at time of injury. The exact calculation will depend on additional information which L&I or an attorney...

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...