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answered on Apr 3, 2018
The answer is: probably. Consult an attorney to better understand your options.
I have work restrictions and job cannot accommodate. what happens with workers comp? I have been given non FMLA paperwork to fill out to give to my doctor and ask to request for leave contingent leave or authorized. I'm very confused. Will my benefits restart until I am return to full Duty
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answered on Mar 16, 2018
This part of your worker’s compensation claim can get tricky. Worker’s comp should pay benefits if your work restrictions cannot be accommodated, but that’s rarely what happens. Best to consult with a worker’s comp lawyer to fully understand your rights and responsibilities before moving... View More 
In the fall I hurt my back. For 9 years the pain just kept getting worse. I ended up having surgery in Nov.2017. I am still out of work to this day and in jeopardy of losing my job. After the accident they gave me a office job, and I pretty much made my own hours. I'm guessing this was to pacify me.
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answered on Mar 6, 2018
Maybe not. It depends on what has happened in the meantime. Best to walk through it with a workers comp lawyer to be sure. My office offers free consultations.
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answered on Mar 6, 2018
No, they cannot make you settle. Consult a workers comp attorney to get informed and get the best outcome. My office offers free consultations.
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answered on Mar 6, 2018
1) Maybe; 2) Probably. Consult an experienced WC attorney for best results. My office offers free consultations.
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answered on Feb 26, 2018
The answer is going to be a little bit more complicated than just yes or no. If you are being confronted with these issues and terminology at this point, it’s best that you consult with a Worker’s Compensation attorney to ensure the best results
If I was to return to work without restrictions would I still be entitled to my workers comp benefits while still being treated under that doctor
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answered on Feb 13, 2018
Workers comp will cut off your weekly checks if your doctor releases you to unrestricted duty work. If you get released to unrestricted duty work and you don't agree with that, your best bet is to retain a lawyer who can advise you of the best way to proceed.
I have extreme injuries to my back and have had 3 procedures. I have had conflicting statements from many Dr's from the first day. I was put on light duty by one , no work from another, my employer did not accept the light duty, my condition got worse and I could not function. I had to retain... View More
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answered on Feb 13, 2018
That's a question for your attorney.
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answered on Feb 13, 2018
The answer is probably yes if your doctor orders it. It can be difficult to get workers comp doctors to be sympathetic when it comes to issues like this. Consult a lawyer for best results in your workers comp case. There's a lot you need to know about your rights and responsibilities under the law.
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answered on Feb 13, 2018
Technically no, not exactly. But that does not mean you cannot be fairly compensated and it certainly does not mean that Worker’s Comp. should not move quicker to take care of your injuries. Get a free consultation with an experienced Worker’s Compensation attorney as soon as possible
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answered on Feb 12, 2018
Get a free consultation with an experienced worker’s compensation lawyer so you can make sure you don’t leave any money on the table!
My job has not brought me back, they have been waiting for somewhere to place me since November. Being that was 3 months ago, I have been living off of my savings and ultimately struggling to make it while living in pain. I am having a hard time finding work due to the pain. And the stress of not... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2018
There are many ways WC can suspend weekly checks. The law does require that they meet certain requirements before doing so...however, in any particular situation you have to know your rights and responsibilities under the law so you will likely need to retain a lawyer to get the checks turned back... View More
Am I'm eligible for wc? It now been almost a month for them even contacting me about the accident. So I just been dealing with pain and out work no income, stressed and depress from everything.. and then I was told I be told when to return but No one being professional its seem one's... View More
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answered on Jan 31, 2018
The answer is: "it depends". I would need a lot more info about what happened. But I can tell you one thing: if there's any question, the employer and insurance company are going to resolve the issue against you, so you should consider talking to an attorney. My office offers free consultations.
I’ve been with the co for over 20 years, and file WC for CTD in 2017. I was working teleport @ my GA residence on DOI. Employer didn’t have a tin in GA therefore I paid NY taxes. On DOI H/R stated I must file GA WC, opposed to NY...Note, state tax/address info was changed to GA by employer (HR)... View More
answered on Jan 25, 2018
I'm a bit confused, as there are several questions here, but they're allowed (and almost always do this) to ask you to resign if you settle the case. If you don't, yes, they can create a light duty job for you to do so you can return there to work and stop getting weekly checks from workers' comp.
I was on an initial consultation, then the Attorney said she will send me the agreement. One of the paragraphs stated this:
"In the event of any termination or withdrawal of professional services for any reason, I understand that I remain responsible for an attorney’s fee for... View More
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answered on Jan 17, 2018
Most workers comp attorney fee contracts provide a process, consistent with Georgia law, for an attorney who no longer represents an injured worker to petition the SBWC for attorney fees out of the settlement. Ask the lawyer you’ve consulted with to explain the process to you and make your... View More
answered on Jan 16, 2018
It depends on where your accident occurred. Hopefully, in Georgia. Georgia‘s laws are much better for injured workers and our Florida’s.
I am wanting to use a PT that i have been told is not in the network.
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answered on Jan 9, 2018
In some situations, yes. Consult an attorney to best handle your claim in all aspects. My office offers free consultations
I went to a doctor appointment when I left they gave me a paper that said out of work continue therapy 4 weeks. Then workers compensation called me saying the doctor sent them a document saying I can return to work on lite duty. After asking if they could provide transportation since I don't... View More
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answered on Dec 15, 2017
It's best to consult with an experienced workers comp lawyer about this situation, so you can know your rights and responsibilities. My office offers free consultations.
I did not file a workman's comp claim, although I did report it immediately to the manager on duty, and the G.M. was there and offered me an ice pack and ibuprofen. When I asked him to not schedule me doubles, he laughed at me. I told him I've been hurting and doubles are almost... View More
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answered on Dec 12, 2017
You can still file a claim. It's not too late to make this right. Yes you should go to your doctor if they won't set you up with a workers comp doctor. You may want to consult with a workers comp lawyer on this for best results. My office offers free consultations.
Injured my dominant left hand & wrist. Ortho doc wants to send me back to work.no restrictions. However while under the Dr. Care will I still receive my workers comp benefits
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answered on Dec 9, 2017
In most cases, yes you can. I almost always recommend a second opinion. Consult a workers comp lawyer to find out your options. My office offers free consultations.
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