Q: I am stuck with workmans comp. due to being hit head-on. They have systematically cut almost all of my Meds off after
They hired a cost cutting company. We settled if you wish to call it that, and they are responsible for medical. What recourse do I have
A: If the question is how to enforce future medical treatment after a settlement, the answer is first to make the request of the insurance company or employer in your case before seeking treatment. If they will not agree to approve the treatment, the next step is to file a request for assistance with the Department of Labor office in your area. The Tennessee Department of Labor workers' compensation specialist will ask for information about your situation. Have factual information to give the person, and it will make a big difference in the outcome of the request. The Tennessee Department of Labor is empowered to order companies to provide medical treatment. It is also initially required that you go through the Tennessee Department of Labor first, unless your claim was previously filed in a court, in which case you can elect to request assistance from the court who heard your case, or the Tennessee Department of Labor. If you were represented by an attorney in your case, consult with your attorney before taking these actions.
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