I am currently disabled and staying in a personal care home to regain my strength. I've received warnings from my apartment complex management about the possibility of towing my car due to lease violations, as it has been left in the apartment complex while I'm away. What options do I... View More

I'm seeking assistance with obtaining guardianship for my incapacitated brother, who is in Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation in New York. He was recently approved for Medicaid, which covers 95% of his costs, but the facility is taking his entire disability check due to claim that he exceeds the... View More

I live in Florida, and my son and I receive survivors' benefits from the SSA. We were involved in an accident at an assisted living facility—I fell from the bed while trying to move to my wheelchair because there were no brakes. This resulted in my left hip being broken, and my son fractured... View More

Peter J. Porcaro
answered on Jun 27, 2026

I'm sorry you and your son were hurt this way, and it's smart to be thinking about your benefits before any money changes hands, because the answer turns on which benefit you actually receive.

The threshold question is whether your benefits are needs-based. Social Security... View More

I am facing issues with my short-term disability paperwork in California. My doctor initially refused to sign the paperwork, citing it as potential fraud since I am not fully disabled and can work with weightlifting restrictions. However, my employer has refused to accommodate these restrictions,... View More

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J. Grant McCreary Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 26, 2026

Is this for a workers compensation claim or injury off the job? I ask because if there is work comp there is potential temporary disability. I suspect you are referencing an off-the-job injury and talking about EDD state disability. If so your doctor is simply being ignorant. If your employer... View More

I recently suffered an injury at work in Thornton, Colorado, where I cut off the tip of my finger and went to urgent care for treatment. A week after the injury, I was fired without explanation. The incident was witnessed by my manager and a bartender, but there were no witnesses to the firing. Do... View More

I have four broken front teeth from a workplace injury, and I'm managing a workers' compensation claim in New Jersey. My treatment plan will take approximately four months, but the compensation adjuster is not responding. Is it likely that I'll receive a settlement in this situation?... View More

In 2019, I was injured at work and was directed by workers' compensation to see a hip doctor for back pain. I was told everything was fine, but two years later, I continue to experience unbearable pain. Now, I'm being told the original MRI showed narrowing of the spine and I have... View More

I'm dealing with a workplace injury case as a truck driver from an accident on January 7, 2025, which resulted in significant knee issues, including two meniscus tears and a grade 4 injury. Despite ongoing pain and swelling, my current lawyer is pushing for a settlement of $15,000, which I... View More

Andrew Charles Burrell
answered on Jun 24, 2026

You have a right to discharge your attorney at any time. I would suggest that before you do that that you make an appointment with your attorney to sit down and talk to them as to why they are suggesting that offer, if you are not happy with that answer, then seek a second opinion.

I wish... View More

I am seeking advice on how to ask a judge in Brazos County, Texas, for a 12-month extension, modification, or other appropriate relief. This is to meet a new lender's 12-payment requirement and complete the assumption and release of liability on my loan. My request is based on several factors,... View More

I work for American Airlines in Georgia and was involved in an accident. Following the incident, I was required to undergo both a urine and a breathalyzer test. While my urine test came back with negative results, I was unable to complete the breathalyzer test as I ran out of breath. My employer... View More

I received a subpoena to testify about an incident where a person slipped on ice and broke his hip at a business he worked at. The day before, I helped with snow removal there. There were no specific instructions given to me, and the individual said he would finish the rest of the work. I've... View More

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Alan Harrison Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 23, 2026

So, let me start by telling you that this sounds like a personal injury case and I am not a personal injury attorney. But I do understand litigation.

IF you received a subpoena to testify at trial in a case that already has been filed, where you aren't yet named as a defendant, you... View More

I was injured at work and initially diagnosed with a possible left hip fracture. Follow-up CT scans revealed a hernia and severe spinal stenosis, along with issues like leg numbness, back pain, and difficulty controlling my bladder. These were not addressed until my wife, a retired nurse, pointed... View More

Andrew Charles Burrell
answered on Jun 24, 2026

You need to sit down with your attorney and discuss the issues you have and get him to be detailed as to why he is taking his position. If you are not happy with those answers, you have a right to get a second opinion and discharge your current attorney.

I work for Amazon in Tennessee and sustained a crushed left hand due to a machine malfunction while on the job. I am currently receiving medical treatment through workers' compensation. The incident was urgent enough that the company pulled the footage from the scene, which shows where I was... View More

I am a commercial diver in Louisiana who suffered from decompression sickness following a work-related dive. What are my legal options for seeking compensation or support for the medical treatment I need? My employer has been informed of the situation, and I am currently unable to work due to this... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 23, 2026

I'm sorry about your diving injury. I hope you make a healthy recovery from the decompression sickness. Your legal options could depend on the setting in which you were injured. They could range from Jones Act-based recovery, including maintenance and cure (living expenses and medical... View More

I'm dealing with a workers' compensation issue in Indiana. My claim has been denied, but now they're offering to settle out of court. My main concern is that this injury may require spinal fusions later in life. What should I consider before agreeing to a settlement offer, and could... View More

Charles Candiano Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 22, 2026

Settlement of your claim forever bars any future recovery, including future medical care. The only way to keep medical care open is to proceed to trial and win. To weigh the pros and cons of proceeding to trial, you need to discuss your matter with an experienced Workers' Compensation... View More

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I recently received a writ of garnishment for credit card debt, and I am expecting two more similar notices. Unfortunately, I was laid off, and my contract will end on July 31st, which affects my ability to pay. I have received communication and legal action from the creditors, but I'm unable... View More

I've been involved in a work injury case in New York. My lawyer has not shown me the final settlement papers, and I recently received the final check. However, I believe the check is not for the full amount I was expecting, and I'm concerned that my lawyer might not be acting in my best... View More

Brandon Andres Nunez
answered on Jun 22, 2026

Your best first move is to request a detailed, itemized closing statement from your attorney showing exactly how the settlement was allocated — the gross amount, the legal fees, any liens or medical reimbursements paid out, case expenses, and the net amount left for you. Smartest thing is to go... View More

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I am considering filing for bankruptcy in Tennessee because I am currently not working due to a work-related injury and receive SSDI. My wife is also not working, and we are facing financial difficulties. Although I am receiving SSDI benefits and workers' compensation, we have pressing... View More

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Anthony M. Avery Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Jun 22, 2026

You will need to hire a good BR attorney to examine your assets, then decide what can be exempted.. Once you file, it is too late to change.

On June 21, 2025, I was delivering pizzas for Domino's in North Carolina when I was hit by an uninsured drunk driver. I suffered a femur fracture that required surgery, nerve damage, and loss of bladder control, all of which have severely impacted my ability to walk. I'm curious about... View More

Bobby Bollinger Jr
answered on Jun 20, 2026

From the non-insured driver? Expect zero unless he has some assets.

From your own UM/UIM coverage? Hopefully you elected to buy that coverage. Your injuries are very significant. Your “Rule 414 special damages” are whatever amount you and your health insurance paid on your... View More

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I work as a healthcare provider in a medical psychiatric unit in Rhode Island, and I was recently assaulted while on the job. I have reported the incident to my employer and the authorities, and measures are being taken. I would like to know what legal options are available to me, especially in... View More