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He is covered under my health insurance, I was wondering can we still turn the injury into workers comp
answered on Nov 10, 2015
This is something I witness on occasion. This is prohibited by Maryland Workers Compensation Law and, some, consider it to be fraud on the Employers part. Your son needs to speak with an attorney to discuss his rights. This should be a free consultation. There are many time limitations in... View More 
I broken my fibula and dislocated ankle at work on 1/24/14. I had several surgeries since. I still have pain around my ankle on my right foot. I am not cleared to return to work, but at my last doctors appointment, an independent case manager sat in on my evaluation. She convinced the doctor to... View More
answered on Aug 27, 2015
You need to consult a workers' compensation attorney immediately. There are a number of rights that the insurance company may be violating. As for the value of the case, an attorney will need to send you to a doctor for another ime. THis should not be set up by the insurance company. The... View More
I recently went for an IME concerning my MRI results to see a foot/ankle specialist. During the IME, the doctor injected me for with a nerve block. I explained I received one earlier the same week but he proceeded anyway. After 20 mins, the doctor can back into the office and started feeling... View More
answered on Aug 21, 2015
This certainly seems like an odd scenario and I would call your attorney immediately. It is very unusual for an IME doctor to perform any kind of medical treatment. ordinarily the IME report will take about a week or so. Sometimes the release of the IME is delayed, inadvertently or otherwise.... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2015
The company will likely be able to find out if you have a workers' compensation case.
My lawyer represent me for Workers' Compensation. I know if I wont he will get pay by Maryland Worker's Compensation Commission, but what else i will need to pay with the contract I sign for my lawyer?
answered on Aug 13, 2015
You lawyer is entitled to be paid for the work that he has put into your case. This is something that you should certainly discuss with your lawyer, in person.
I settled in maryland but the medical stayed open. I now live in florida and am having some serious issues, how do i see a doctor?
answered on Aug 13, 2015
You are entitled to see an out of state doctor of your choice. The catch is that the Doctor must accept Maryland Workers' Comp fee schedule.
answered on Aug 13, 2015
Ordinarily the checks will stop and no family member will have access to the money. In some limited circumstances the money will flow to your estate.
Company originally tried to make this a VA. case although im a multi state driver they lost jurisdiction to MD. In feb. Now they filed an appeal
answered on Aug 13, 2015
Now that an appeal has been filed the case will get much more involved. There will be a discovery period where the Employer Attorney will be able to ask you written questions to which you must respond. The employer will be entitled to review documents that they were not able to review before the... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2015
Essentially, it means "your honor, there is no need to hear the pending issues at this time because the parties have come to a settlement agreement. The paperwork is being drafted and will be submitted in due course."
They have already accepted liability for
answered on Aug 13, 2015
This is the battle that many workers' comp claimant have to endure. Quite often authorization is not given even when the doctor and you both know the need for the treatment is related to the work incident. Contact an attorney if you have not already.
answered on Aug 13, 2015
The law does not clearly indicate whether you would be covered by workers' comp insurance if you were injured getting into your company vehicle while at home. More details would be needed.
the woman in charge of the workers comp will call their appointed Dr and have them change any medicals she does not agree with.then tell me i wont be paid if i do not do what the new papers say.this woman is getting in the way of my getting better. this is taking place on Marylands Eastern Shore
answered on Aug 13, 2015
You are entitled to treat with a doctor of your choosing as long as the doctor is willing to accept payment under the workers' compensation fee schedule. If you haven't talked to a workers' compensation attorney yet, it may be a good time to have one represent you. There are... View More
Bulging discs, pinched nerve, torn disc. Mild stenosis, am 51 yrs old
answered on Aug 13, 2015
Unfortunately there is no clear answer to this question. Settlement value is often determined by many factors including the treatment that you have, treatment that you require, severity of the injury, permanent residual problems. Reach out to a workers' compensation attorney to discuss your... View More
recently seen a employer doctor in march this year they informed employer yes need surgery
but not related to work, fyi- I am a customer service rep for 17 years and feel jilted and used due to this surgery. Im back to work
after being off 2weeks due to can;t afford being off too... View More
answered on Aug 13, 2015
Whether an occupational injury is related to work is ultimately determined by the Workers' Compensation Commission after a hearing is held. I am sorry you feel appalled and used, but quite frankly that feeling is fairly common amongst those having to deal with workers compensation insurance.... View More
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