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Q: I recieved a letter in the mail saying affidavit of physician per section 28-33-8(c) Rhode Island compensation

I don’t know what the letter means I had surgery done already but need another surgery with no garuntee of it being 100 percent but I am having another surgery on my left ankle again

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Jul 6, 2020

Talk to your attorney in confidence. If you do not have an attorney, find one as soon as you can. They can help you navigate this process and advocate for your rights.

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Q: I have been cleared to go back to work with limitations. My employer Does not have work for me until i am 100%

Will i still get benefit? until cleared with no limitations ?

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Oct 19, 2016

Speak to the attorney you have assisting you with your Workers' Compensation claim.

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Q: I'm on work men's comp my doc gave my job a restriction note on what to do and I can't handle the work my back is stil

Not 100% can I get in trouble if I leave do to my back and go back to the doc

Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on Dec 10, 2015

Speak to your attorney representing you in your case.

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Q: Does Rhode Island compensate injured workers for milage accrued for doctors visits and rehab?
Neville Bedford
Neville Bedford
answered on May 12, 2015

These are great questions to discuss with the attorney handling your Worker's compensation case. These items would usually be minimal when compared to the actual medical costs and the pain and suffering, along with lost wages.

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Q: I've been out on comp for 2 months everything was fine but i got a call today from the case nurse manager and she wants

To go to my dr. appointment next week with me? Is this normal

Bernard P. Healy
Bernard P. Healy
answered on Jan 27, 2015

It is not unusual for the Workers Compensation Insurer to assign a nurse practitioner to an injury case like your. Sometimes the nurse practitioner can be helpful. Always keep in mind that she is an agent and probably an employee of the insurer. The practitioner's ultimate loyalty will be to... View More

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Q: Eye injury on the job.punctured eye, 7 stitches inner eye 2 patches to stop leaks in eye whats it worth
Timothy J. Deffet
Timothy J. Deffet
answered on Aug 3, 2012

You should contact a Rhode Island work comp attorney immediately. I grew up on Aquidneck Island. What was the date of your injury and what happened? You should not give a statement to anyone, or or written without consulting an attorney. Also do not sign anything. I am very sorry for your injury.

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Q: I'm getting a work comp settlement in RI also I'm now going into foreclosure can settlement be attached or lien put on i
Timothy J. Deffet
Timothy J. Deffet
answered on Dec 17, 2012

That is a good question. In most states a "lien" cannot be attached to a workers' compensation settlement unless the government (IE Medicare or Medicaid) has paid benefits related to this work comp injury. However, you should consult ASAP with a RI attorney who does work comp.

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