Q: I have an on the job injury, do I go to the clinic and likely submit to a drug screne
A: If you want workers compensation, then hire a lawyer and go for the exam
Randy Bryan Ligh agrees with this answer
A: Yes, but that does not mean automatically the drug test results can be used against you to deny you weekly wage benefits. That depends on the employer's WRITTEN policies and procedures. Hire a work comp attorney instead of trying to get free advice based on incomplete facts.
Randy Bryan Ligh agrees with this answer
A: If you are able, then you should contact a worker's compensation lawyer and discuss the specific facts and circumstances of your case before going to the clinic. That said, if the job requires a mandatory trip to the clinic and you have already done so, then you should still contact a worker's compensation lawyer to discuss your specific facts and circumstances. Use the Justia Find a Lawyer tab and search for worker's compensation lawyers in your area, call a few, and hire the one with whom you are most comfortable. Good luck.
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