You would not receive substantial compensation. I would highly recommend you contact an injury attorney. Most attorneys, like myself, offer free...

I highly recommend you retain an attorney. Most injury attorneys, like myself, offer free consultations. Your attending physician should prepare a...

The employer may terminate an employee on L&I; however, the reason can't be because the employee sought benefits as an injured worker. This is an...

Can I get help representing myself in a hearing with the BIIA to get WA State L&I to reopen my claim?

Most injury attorneys, like myself, offer free consultations for workers compensation claims. I strongly encourage you to contact an injury...

I would like to know when my settlement will be offered to me

It is best to take legal advice from an experienced injury attorney. Most injury attorneys, like myself, offer free consultations to injured...

If my employer does not appear when I appeal for employment benefits, do I automatically win?

You will not automatically win. There will still be a hearing, unless the employer withdraws the appeal. The judge will ask you questions to make a...

Most injury attorneys, like myself, offer free consultations for injured workers. You may have a discrimination claim as well; therefore, I highly...

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Should I speak to an attorney now or wait till I am told by work I am no longer needed?

You should consult with an attorney soon. Most injury attorneys, like myself, do not charge for consulting on workers compensation cases....

Diagnosed with bursitis of the shoulder Dr says can not return to job of injury. Will I need an attorney for a settlement

I agree with the previous responses. If you are unable to return to your job at the time of injury, a vocational counselor may determine there is...

Injured in January 2014 just had back surgery where they replaced a disc and fused l5 s1 I am now in recovery

I agree with the previous responses. You should be entitled to time loss, as well as other benefits. Once you return to work you may also be...