Q: So was injured back in 2011 did the whole workers comp thing. Come 2013 they drop me from workers comp and back was not
Healed properly. Long story short my back is acting up aging from the same injury and I’ve gotten and mri done and now I’m needing surgery from the same injury that occurred in 2011. Wanting to know if I can reopen the medical worker’s compensation
A: Yes you can apply to have the carrier pay continued medical benefits but since the Texas State Supreme Court (TSSC) has taken away the right of injured workers to sue carriers for bad faith most are lef with little to no remedy. The TSSC must believe the carriers will pay or reopen claims based on its "good nature" to help injured workers. Personally I just do not see it happening very often. However, if you need help the Division of WC can appoint an ombudsman to help file your medical dispute. I hope things work out for you.
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