Fort Worth, TX asked in Workers' Compensation for Texas

Q: I fractured my index finger and mangled my tendon on middle finger Do I get IR b4 therapy or After

I already had 1 surgery and scheduled for 2nd to remove pin placed in hand case was only approved 5/16—8/3 Estimate of what case is worth

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Roy Lee Warren
Roy Lee Warren
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  • Workers' Compensation Lawyer
  • San Marcos, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: Your MMI/IR should be after you have gotten as well as you will ever be from your injury. Typically it would be AFTER therapy, however that is not always the way medical providers determine it. I wish you the best of luck.

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S. Michael Graham
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S. Michael Graham
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  • Workers' Compensation Lawyer
  • Dallas, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: I agree with Roy Warren's answer. Good Luck. If you have issues or additional questions, feel free to contact a workers' compensation attorney directly. Most will speak to you on the phone at no charge.

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