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

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

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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

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

My fiancé is currently on federal workers' compensation benefits and will continue to be for the rest of her life. She is not permitted to have an income due to these benefits. We are both disabled veterans receiving disability pay from the VA. We are planning to get married, and I'm... View More

I am seeking legal guidance regarding my wife's employment situation in Alabama. She suffered a serious staph infection on her finger, requiring a temporary less physically demanding role at work. Unfortunately, returning to her previous job has caused the infection to worsen again, and the... View More

Allan Lamar Armstrong
answered on Jun 17, 2026

Employment law is a complex area of practice. I suggest your wife speak with an employment law attorney who regularly represents employees as soon as possible.

I was injured at my workplace twice in 2022, in April and September. Following these injuries, on January 13, 2023, my employment was terminated without notice or valid reason. Since being fired, I haven't received any compensation and have undergone two surgeries: one on my wrist and another... View More

I live in Kansas and need advice regarding my workers' compensation claim. Three doctors have recommended that I need a knee replacement, but the workers' compensation provider hasn't denied my claim; they're just delaying the process. This delay has been ongoing for six months.... View More

I was injured with a burn to my foot at work in Indiana on 05/19/26, and I filed a worker's compensation claim on the same day. I have submitted all necessary documentation and tried reaching out to my HR and the worker's compensation extension numbers provided by my managers. Despite... View More

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answered on Jun 16, 2026

If you were injured in Marion County on 5-19-26, no First Report of Injury appears to have been filed. To confirm, please call an ombudsman at the Indiana WC Board at (800) 824-2667 or (317) 232-5922. They can answer any question you may have. Good luck.

I am represented by an attorney who initially informed me that a DOR for temporary disability benefits had been filed. I contacted the office several times over a two-week period to seek confirmation and was repeatedly told that the DOR had been filed. However, upon contacting the WCAB directly, I... View More

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answered on Jun 16, 2026

You can substitute attorneys at any time, you can make a complaint to the state bar. Those are about your only options in this scenario. Changing attorneys will not increase the total fees or make you owe anything out of pocket, the attorneys will negotiate the 15% split at the end of the case.... View More

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I was supposed to move out of my house in Denver, Colorado, by May 1st. However, the night before, I injured my back while packing and moving heavy items by myself. I had a verbal understanding with my landlord that I was making progress on the move, and I had already rented a storage unit. Due to... View More

How can I get my accurate 12 month prior hours from HR ?

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Hr denied my accommodations. Interactive process. They wanted me to be clear for full duty.

I cannot do that as I had a serious medical condition. And drs say I'm now de conditioning.... View More

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answered on Jun 15, 2026

Is this for a workers compensation injury, or personal injury? Either way, you should search and contact one of us here on Justia. There is a lot of other information we need to know to address these kind of questions. In general though, you should be able to demand your entire... View More

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My husband was injured at work in Texas and was receiving workers' compensation benefits. Unfortunately, he has passed away, and I am left with our family and no support. I received a form to fill out for death benefits from workers' compensation but haven't heard anything back since... View More

I was terminated from my job due to performance issues that have been primarily impacted by restrictions from a work-related injury. I initially strained the thumb of my right hand while working. After filing for workers' compensation, I was placed on a 5lb restriction for my right hand,... View More

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answered on Jun 14, 2026

It depends. If your employer falls under the guidelines of FMLA and you are a full-time worker with one year or more of service, you are entitled to a leave of absence of at least 12 weeks without losing your job, provided you request it. When you are injured at work, and the doctor imposes... View More

I signed a mediation agreement for a Worker's Compensation settlement on June 10th in Louisiana after a session that lasted from 10am to 9pm. During the mediation, I was under duress and felt pressured to agree before leaving. I have a head injury resulting in cognitive impairment, memory... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on Jun 22, 2026

A Louisiana workers' comp attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks, and it looks like the Thursday date scheduled for signing the mediation agreement has passed. Since this is presumably after the fact, your starting point now could be to discuss this with your... View More

I was the driver stopped at a red light on May 31st in Ohio when I was rear-ended by an elderly woman at 20-25 mph. After the initial collision, she accidentally put her car in drive and hit me again. The police officer noted my disoriented state, and my sister and brother-in-law had to take me... View More

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Jami S. Oliver
answered on Jun 12, 2026

The elements of negligence in Ohio include an act that causes damage to another person, and that consists of approximate cause. Approximate cause means the Injury would not have occurred, but for the negligent action in your case, it sounds like the issue has to do with damages and documenting them... View More