Questions answered by Michael G. Soto

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Do I have a case or what do I have to do to see if I have case

Michael's answer | Answered on April 02, 2016

As the other attorneys have said, it sounds like you have a workers' compensation injury. If so, you shouldn't even be dealing with BCBS, you...

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Can owcp accept my doctor 15% leg and toes pain rating after a surgery even if my doctor is not under AMA?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 29, 2016

North Carolina has a ratings guide to help doctors assign appropriate ratings. The doctors are not supposed to use the AMA standard to assign...

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Can a non preventable job injury during probationary period be denied through workers comp at this point? Can I be terminated?

Michael's answer | Answered on March 28, 2016

The short answer to both questions is yes and yes. Termination: NC is a right-to-work state which effectively means you can quit or be...

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Please advise on above.

Michael's answer | Answered on March 11, 2016

There are certain circumstances that can cause delays in completing a settlement. For instance, if you are a Medicare beneficiary, your settlement...

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Can you request a lump sum payment from your work injury from the industrial commission for starting your own business?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 29, 2016

If you are currently receiving ongoing benefits, the NC Industrial Commission is unlikely to award a lump sum payment. The case law under N.C....

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Can I resign after returning to work? Will this affect settlement?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 10, 2016

Resigning could absolutely have an effect on your claim. It could impair your ability to get the weekly disability benefits you need to pay your...

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Is it illegal for an employer to withhold $600 in taxes from a single paycheck/settlement in the amount of approximately $1694?

Michael's answer | Answered on February 09, 2016

Based upon what you've said, that doesn't sound like a reasonable amount to be withheld. I would contact the person at the Department of Labor to...

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Will my workmans comp checks cut out, along with medical treatment once insurance company get word of wanting to settle? in n.c.

Michael's answer | Answered on January 21, 2016

The adjuster cannot stop paying your weekly benefits or deny related medical treatment just because you are interested in settling. Before...

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Can I remain on light duty for the whole pregnancy being that I still need surgery, because I'm technically still injured?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 15, 2015

Your work restrictions will be determined by your treating physician. There is a fairly decent chance however that the doctor will maintain your...

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What can I do? Do I Have a case?

Michael's answer | Answered on December 10, 2015

You may have a claim under workers' compensation law. Your best chance for success is if there was a specific event at work that caused your back...

Michael G. Soto's Answers (95)

Do I have a case or what do I have to do to see if I have case

Can owcp accept my doctor 15% leg and toes pain rating after a surgery even if my doctor is not under AMA?

Can a non preventable job injury during probationary period be denied through workers comp at this point? Can I be terminated?

Please advise on above.

Can you request a lump sum payment from your work injury from the industrial commission for starting your own business?

Can I resign after returning to work? Will this affect settlement?

Is it illegal for an employer to withhold $600 in taxes from a single paycheck/settlement in the amount of approximately $1694?

Will my workmans comp checks cut out, along with medical treatment once insurance company get word of wanting to settle? in n.c.

Can I remain on light duty for the whole pregnancy being that I still need surgery, because I'm technically still injured?

What can I do? Do I Have a case?