I was just reffered by my doctor to get IME. Thank you for your help.

It is unfortunate that your own doctor has requested an IME. IMEs are tools used by the Department of Labor and Industries (DLI) to limit and deny...

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I was fired upon returning after an at work injury I filed an L&I claim on, they stated in paperwork it was because I was on SS

You have presented a complicated set of facts. There is no short answer to analyze your case and give accurate advice. I see 3 possible cases...

I was injured on the job and I need advice.

Shortest route to fix this issue is to chat with your doctor. If there is a real risk of an allergic reaction, then we will elect not to offer the...

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Should I switch lawyers if one lawyer is forced out of the firm and I prefer that lawyer although he is less known/experienced?

There is no right answer in these situations. Place your case with the attorney or firm you trust. It's your case.

Should I switch lawyers if one lawyer is forced out of the firm and I prefer that lawyer although he is less known/experienced?

There is no right answer in these situations. Place your case with the attorney or firm you trust. It's your case.

IME. My L&I claim mgr has scheduled an IME apt for me. I been waiting on her approval for surgery. I heard bad things about IMEs

Great question. In my office we work hard to avoid subjecting our I injured workers to IMEs. They are defense examinations for the benefit of the...

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Does my L&I Claim mgr have a specific amount of time in which to render a decision for a surgery authorization?

The short answer is "no". The law does not provide any specific timelines for the DLI to act on a surgery request. However, there are a number of...

Roger's answer above is exactly right. I may add that under these circumstances you do not appear to have a personal injury claim against your...

Am I to late to look for an attorney?

You are not too late to get an attorney. The DLI has already created evidence to limit your remedy to 8 percent and found you employable at an...

I was an injured worker and closed my claim I have been having a hard time getting it reopened, How can I get this opened?

Its not fair. You shouldn't have to get an attorney to exercise basic rights, but the system is geared to close claims and limit remedies, even...

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