Q: I got hurt in 10/15 and my employer filed the claim in 2/17. The Adjustor denied my claim and I haven't got any pay?
I've had a work site evaluation, Therapy, EMG (need surgergy both hands), and IME. My claim has been denied, what is my next step?
A: Contact an attorney that specializes in employment injuries. Assuming the employer was properly notified by you of the injury (usually 30 days), the employer improperly delayed in filing the claim (likely because the employer did not have disability insurance). You can always sue the employer in civil court, but you have additional options if the employer failed to file the claim in bad faith or incompetence. Only a lawyer you contract with can review the specifics of your situation and outline your options, hence the need to contact an attorney privately.
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