On the job back injury. Doctor said find a new job because every year you will be hurting... Only 22 years old and needs new job

The Department's obligation under the statute is to document the injured worker is able to obtain and maintain reasonable continuous gainful...

Can I protest an IME's diagnosis? My claim is still open as we speak

It is possible the surgery will not be authorized, given the conflicting medical opinions. You absolutely should consult a workers compensation...

I was receiving time loss payments then my employer stopped them by offering a "job", without asking me. Do I have any recourse

The employer may offer you light duty work, and they do not have to ask you first. They absolutely DO need to ask your attending medical provider...

First, let me reassure you - the decision to have any particular medical treatment is ENTIRELY yours. The Department cannot force an injured worker...

Can my employer fire me or deny me an on the job injury claim?

File your new injury claim. The Americans with Disability Act (ADA) prevents potential employers from asking you about prior injuries,...

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Will I receive a settlement offer we that be sent in the mail and how many days to they have to send payment

The Closing Order will outline your Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) award. That order will come with the initial payment, and a payment schedule...

How long do I have till after an injury to sue my ex-employer?

Sometimes the hardest thing is picking up the phone. I get it. Attorneys can be intimidating. So, you look for answers on the internet. But you...

How do I reopen a workman's comp claim, while I'm suing the same insurance company for a different injury that was denied?

The first step to get the claim reopened is to see your physician. I usually advise clients to return to the provider who treated their injury when...

I have a client in exactly the same situation. As a result of his ankle instability, we've had shoulder, knee and hip conditions included in the...

Do any of you know an attorney that does federal employee workers comp?

There are a handful of attorneys in WA that do Federal Longshore (DBA and Non-appropriated fund) claims. If you worked on the waterfront, on a...