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answered on Jan 9, 2019
If you were injured on the job and have not missed any time from work, then you cannot file for any wage loss benefits because you have "not" suffered any wage loss. You should contact the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission and make sure your a medical award is entered in your case.... View More 
Surgery unless it's the very last result any suggestions
answered on Jan 7, 2019
You can try alternative methods such as physical therapy, aquatic therapy, chiropractors, accupunture, pain management, dry needling, spinal stimulator, etc. If you need more advice you should contact an experienced workers compensation lawyer.
second opinion he wants to do arthroscopic surgery. I don’t want either at this time because both said not sure it’s may not solve my pain can I loose my benefits ?
answered on Jan 7, 2019
I take it that you have an AWARD for lifetime medical benefits for your injury from the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission. If the proposed surgery is just proposed as an "option" then it may not be something you have to do. You should contact an experienced workers compensation... View More
However, you can absolutely prove that the accident you had was caused by another employee and no fault of yours?
answered on Dec 25, 2018
It depends. If the alcohol helped cause your accident, then the insurance company can try to deny your claim asserting your misconduct (drinking alcohol) caused the accident. You need to call an experienced workers compensation lawyer to discuss your case if you have a serious injury.
believe them to be negligence?
answered on Jan 8, 2019
If your employer had workers compensation insurance that covered your accident, then your sole remedy for your injury at work is workers compensation. If your claim is denied, then you can ask for a hearing before the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission. You do not have a right to sue your... View More
The first surgery failed due to the screw broke an plate shifted now they went thru my back it's been since last July 2017 an I feel like I don't get what I deserve I only get a weekly workman's comp check an they are 3 weeks behind
answered on Dec 10, 2018
You seem to have a complicated situation. You would best be served by retaining an experienced workers compensation lawyer to assist you. I have over 35 years experience. I will be out of my office until Friday.
Now on light duty and pay is less than 50% of WORKMEN'S COMP. Still in therapy, but can't pay living expenses; What option do they have since can't afford to travel to job to do light duty? NO INCOME for 2 wks.
answered on Nov 8, 2018
If pay is less due to medical restrictions, a claim for temporary partial disability may be available. There is not really enough information provided in your question without review of the medical records.
Failure to work available light duty will be a problem. The person needs to find a... View More
answered on Oct 29, 2018
No. But you can file a claim yourself.
See the Work Injury Guide at the hampton workers comp website for assistance.
I sprained my ankle a week ago but it had healed. When I slipped and fell I was sent to the er from work and they said it was broke. Talked to my employer today and she stated that workers comp might deny the case due to the previous injury.
answered on Oct 8, 2018
They can deny and you would need to file a claim for benefits.
I notice that your address is in MD.
If the injury occurred in Virginia, my website has a work injury guide that will assist you.
https://hamptonworkerscomp.com/
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answered on Oct 26, 2018
Your attorney should be able to guide you through this process and advise you. Good luck.
answered on Sep 26, 2018
She is most likely an independent contractor.
Unless she is on your payroll as a part-time employee, she does not need to be listed on your policy.
answered on Sep 24, 2018
If you were medically unable to work under a doctor's orders for more than a week, you should have a claim for wage benefits also.
Hi, I am following up on a question you answered on July 3rd. My husband hurt his back at work and was out from July 7th 2017 until the return to work order with full duty on Oct 20th 2017. He saw another dr in April who said he is unable to work. Our attorney files a motion for change in... View More
answered on Sep 4, 2018
Very difficult situation. You indicate a treating doctor released him to return to work. Another doctor says he needs surgery. You are scheduled to see the insurance defense doctor. Your attorney is probably right about this defense doctor. He is “paid” to give an adverse opinion. You also... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
Your husband does not have to sign anything from an insurance adjuster that he does not agree to. It is his decision. It would be advisable to consult with an attorney before making that decision.
answered on Aug 13, 2018
A contractor can be liable for the employee of an uninsured subcontractor as a “statutory employer”. Consult a worker’s compensation attorney with your case information for detailed advice.
answered on Aug 3, 2018
In Virginia sitting at a desk all day would not count as a work place injury.
I past out due to my bloodpressure but never had any problems with high bloodpressure I hurt my back right hand my knees bruise busted lip can I get va comp I was hospitalized for two days still out of work til august 7th
answered on Aug 1, 2018
It is unlikely that the event you describe would qualify as an injury by accident as defined by the Virginia Workers Compensation Act.
answered on Aug 3, 2018
In Virginia, losing vision due to constantly sitting in front of a computer would not be accepted as either a work place injury or an occupational disease.
We first consulted an attorney in October 2017. At that time my husband was released to go back to work and his wage benefits were stopped. He was not able to work, it took us until April of this year to get him in to see a different doctor which worker's comp finally approved for him to do... View More
answered on Jul 3, 2018
When the doctor took him off work on April 13, 2018, the lawyer should have filed a change of condition claiming the doctor had taken him out of work. By waiting until June 20, 2018, the lawyer may have delayed things. If the doctor "only" took him out of work but did not say he was... View More
I truly think that the company pay my attorney off not to fully represent me. There are a lot of things I need to discuss. I can't speak out over this phone
answered on Jun 6, 2018
If you have already had a hearing it may be too late for another attorney to do anything but you can certainly contact me or another experienced Virginia Workers Compensation lawyer for a consultation.
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