Will Labor and Industries consider the bad economy at the time of my injury in setting my wage rate for time loss purposes?

Time-loss compensation benefits won't cover all of your lost wages, only a fraction. And, there are other factors to consider, including whether...

What is the award amount calculation if in an ime they said I had a 9 percent of the upper extremity? I had rotator cuff tear

It will ultimately depend on the date of injury and impairment rating. Your attending physician may dispute the impairment rating; it could be...

Can i still file workers compensation

A claim for an injury from a sudden and tangible event must be made within one year. An occupational disease claim generally must be made within...

Close workers' comp claim with pension, need help.

I recommend you contact an attorney using AVVO. Most injury attorneys, like me, offer free consultations to injured workers. That is where you...

Washington state workers compensation injured worker off work so long with no plan he developed diabetes.

This is a complex issue with a number of moving parts. Your husband's doctor would need to find a causal relationship between the initial injury...

I understand one can sue their employer separate from L&I injuries.

I recommend you retain an attorney. Most injury attorneys, like me, offer free consultations for injured workers. You would be wise to consult with...

WC & L&I/ Litigation question

CRPS or Complex Regional Pain Syndrome is difficult to prove. To be successful in an appeal, you will likely need to show an "objective finding"...

Workers comp l and I claim

You should report the second knee injury to your doctor.

I recommend you retain an attorney. Most workers compensation attorneys, like myself, offer free consultations to injured workers. If Sedgwick...

I need to hire an attorney.

You came to the right place. www.AVVO.com is a great resource to find an attorney. Most workers compensation attorneys, like myself, offer free...