Q: My job is saying I have enough money to pay my hospital bills?
I injured my arm at work and I had to get surgery to fix it. My work covered the surgery, medication and physical therapy. But that was 3 years ago. I got a bill from the hospital about a week ago and they're asking for 10,000 for the surgery. On the bill they sent it said something along the lines of my work is not going to pay because I have sufficient funds to pay it. Which I don't. My work doesn't even give out raises. Why am I getting this bill 3 years after my workers comp claim was accepted? and what can I do?
A: You should consult with a Nevada based worker's compensation attorney. There are time limits that apply to the case and the processing of the medical bills. In some jurisdiction, the clock starts ticking after the last treatment related to the worker related injury. In some states, there must be formal action taken within 1 year after the last treatment. This time requirement may or may not apply in Nevada. Do not delay action on this matter. Contact a Nevada based worker's compensation attorney to find out the applicable time limits and what your available recommended courses of action are under these facts. Good luck.
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