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temporary totally disabled for a year I'm still under my doctor's care, will the Board access late fees. I've not received any letter regarding how much my benefits will be stalling tactics
answered on Aug 8, 2018
If you are still qualified for temporary disability and the doctor has submitted the necessary forms/reporting to the insurance company, the insurance company must pay you an additional 10 percent of the payment, if the claims administrator sends a payment late.
This is true even if there... View More 
I work for a mechanical contractor, and this happened before work, on the job site property. I told my foreman, and he said to go home if I was hurting, I told him I would be ok and just needed a minute. I continued to work for about three hours, I was still in a LOT of pain and decided I should... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2018
Based on further facts, this may be a workers' compensation matter however you should definitely consult with an experienced workers' compensation attorney. Work injury lawyers provide free consultations and it could as simple as a phone call.
I have an attorney.Just didnt think to ask her.
I appreciate the lawyers response,though you are correct.You dont know me or my case.I have never spoken to this claims adjuster.I was given a new adjuster for reasons that I am not aware of.
As far as being rude to this adjuster,my... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2018
If you are represented by an attorney, the insurance company and their attorneys are NOT ALLOWED to speak with you without your attorney's presence or permission. If you have an attorney, there should be no reason to call the adjuster directly. EVERYTHING should be handled through your attorney.
answered on Aug 8, 2018
If your employer/insurance company has a medical provider network, MPN, you are to treat with the doctors within their network. However there are exceptions: going to the emergency room, if your case is denied, if the doctor within a specific specialty is not in the network, or the doctor is too... View More
my stepson is out on workman's comp the business (Yosemite park) is temp shut down due to fires in northern California. Should they continue to be pay him workman's comp since he has not yet had surgery even though they are temporarily closed? they seem to be dragging their feet on his... View More
answered on Aug 8, 2018
Payment of temporary disability (TD) benefits is based on the medical reports provided by the primary treating physician (PTP) and his or her determination. Regardless of the business now being open or not. An injured worker MAY get up to 104 weeks of TD based on the doctor's reporting.... View More
I'm still collecting SDI my attn finally filed for an expedited hearing, what can I expect? do I receive penalties for late payments
answered on Aug 8, 2018
If your injury is covered by workers’ compensation, your first TD payment is due within 14 days after your
employer learns that:
• You have a job injury or illness;
and
• Your treating doctor says your injury prevents you from doing your job.
You should... View More
I am employed through a return to work program and am paid by my Employer. I have had two surgeries and I am still in pain and due to that I am on modified duty. I just want to know if the 104 weeks apply to me.
answered on Aug 8, 2018
TD payments begin when your doctor says you can’t do your usual work for more than three days or you get
hospitalized overnight. Payments must be made every two weeks. Generally, TD stops when you return to
work, or when the doctor releases you for work, or says your injury has... View More
It has been 3 month since I had my deposition and I still have not heard from my lawyer. It has been 3 weeks since my MRI and not heard from my doctor either.
answered on Aug 8, 2018
However, be careful that if you fire your lawyer, another lawyer is willing to take the case. You should consult with a new lawyer BEFORE firing your current lawyer.
answered on Aug 8, 2018
AOE/COE. “Arising out of and in the course of employment,” or caused by a worker’s job and occurring
while working. An injury or illness must be AOE/COE to be covered by workers’ compensation.
So the specific facts of your case will be important to determine liability on your case.
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