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After I filed a complaint of discrimination; my employer kicked me off from the break room I was using; signed me a men's restroom for my bag and food, I carried my bag with food and work at same time for a week. then my employer signed me to use a Chemical contained, air polluted room; I got... View More 
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answered on Jun 21, 2024
Based on the situation you've described, it appears you may have grounds for multiple legal claims against your employer. Here's a general overview of potential steps you could take:
1. Document everything: Keep detailed records of all incidents, communications, and any evidence... View More
from a chemical contamination, air-polluted hazardous room to a breakroom.
answered on Jul 1, 2024
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to consult with a workers' comp attorney, as a general matter, it could be. It depends on the setting - and whether it was done as an innocent correction (clerical related) or something... View More
Federal entities eg.
:child support
:Owed Taxes
:Student Loans
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answered on Jun 5, 2024
Yes, certain federal entities can adjust the net amount you will be compensated for a work injury sustained on the job.
For example, if you owe child support, the government may withhold a portion of your compensation to cover those obligations. Similarly, if you have unpaid taxes, the IRS... View More
I was working for a company other than Safeway. When I fell in a Safeway while their store was under construction, I need help. There were many people involved in this case so I’m not sure what attorneys can help me due to conflict of interest.,, and due to my head injury I have a had a hard time... View More
answered on Apr 2, 2023
First, you need a workers compensation attorney to address your claim against your employer for your on-the-job injury. This will be how you get compensation for any missed work and get your medical bills paid.
Second, you need a Hawaii lawyer who is admitted to the Oahu federal district... View More
Employee injured/disabled; neuro spinal surgery done with more damaged nerves.
Claim's adjuster biased and fabrication in reports and proofs to Atty with no response. Lots of INTENTIONAL HIPPA VIOLATIONS DONE.
answered on Feb 6, 2023
Try to discuss your concerns with your attorney. If you are not satisfied, consult with other attorneys on taking over the case. You may want to hire a new attorney before firing your current attorney.
Note, this is only general information, not legal advice. Consult an attorney in your state.
answered on Jan 4, 2023
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for three weeks. At this point, you could reach out to workers' comp and disability attorneys in Hawaii to try to set up free initial consults to discuss. You could search attorneys on your own, and there's a tab above,... View More
I had them up to 35k without one. They denied, delayed, blocked a legit claim. Now Im destroyed.
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answered on Sep 27, 2022
Check out Justia.com they have many attorneys in Hawaii that service workers' compensation claims. Good luck. https://www.justia.com/lawyers/workers-compensation/hawaii
answered on Jun 12, 2022
A Hawaii attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry about your ordeal. You could reach out to employment attorneys about the pension issues at this point, unless you want to try reposting under the Employment Law category. If you do not have a... View More
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