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Sce&g electric stopped construction so 5600 people were let go I've been off for 7 months and can get a job with the restrictions they have me on and no money coming in
answered on Mar 7, 2018
I cannot tell exactly what is going on via your post. Generally, if you are on light duty restrictions per an authorized, treating physician, you are entitled to weekly benefits. It does not matter if the plant closed down as the insurance company is on the hook for your entire claim. I would... View More 
answered on Feb 14, 2018
With less than 4 employees in South Carolina, you are not legally required to have workers' compensation insurance. However, as a sub-contractor, the general contractor on jobs you are contracted to do might require you to carry workers' comp coverage. Also, you might want to consider... View More
I was considering compensation lawyer until I was told that I would not get a big settlement for a meniscus knee injury is that true or false by the time the lawyer gets paid and I get my settlement money it will be a waste of time to have gotten a lawyer and it was better off going through a... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2018
False. Call one of us and without charging, we can explain exactly how we can maximize your recovery. Further, your injury is worthy of compensation; your claim matters.
If patient attacked me and injured my back in 2007. I filed workers comp for it then In 2017 I had a major fall at work which torn my meniscus reinjured my lower back and sprung my ankle. Could my back still be included in my workers comp settlement? I done had knee surgery just want to know how... View More
answered on Feb 1, 2018
Generally, yes. You can include a re-injury in your new claim. Pursuing benefits for a re-injury can be a little tricky so you should consider having representation on your claim. A free consultation is a good place to start. I encourage you to reach out soon to have have a conversation with an... View More
Unfortunately he works in south carolina alone and is wanting to get the surgery here, or have someone help do daily task at his home in south Carolina. He prefers treatment down here in texas as he can be with family and not alone during his time of need. Is there anything we can do?
answered on Jan 29, 2018
You do have options. He can get his treatment in Texas, it just has to be addressed with the adjuster or opposing counsel. Really should speak to one of us on Justia so we can explain your options.
Denied workmanscomp for 9/2017 what is the law for this
answered on Jan 21, 2018
Sorry to hear of your injuries. Much more information is required to answer your question. Your best first course of action is to take advantage of a free consultation with an experienced workers' compensation lawyer. I notice you reside in NC but the question is posted to SC workers... View More
Workman’s comp claim?
answered on Jan 9, 2018
Another person is allowed in the exam room only if you permit it. You are NOT required to permit your employer to accompany you in to the exam room. You have a right to a private exam. If you objected and the doctor let the employer in anyway, that would be a HIPPA privacy violation. If you did... View More
As part of my workman's compensation I was to receive physical therapy. I worked until I couldn't take it anymore and they fired me in October 2017. I need to find out if I can hire a lawyer, even though they closed the case and I continued to work because I needed to work to make ends meat.
answered on Dec 22, 2017
Yes, you should be able to hire a lawyer. You have 2 years from your date of injury to bring a claim. If by "closed" you mean the insurance company closed their file, that is not the same thing as a case actually closing. Insurance companies often say the case is "closed"... View More
a nerosurgen and had a M.R.I. and was told I had a heniated disk. Sedgwick said I had to see there surgen but they have still not gotten me an appointment.today is 12/15 .I have called them 20 times they will not call me back.There doctor said only sedgwick can make the appointment.what can i do
answered on Dec 15, 2017
You need an experienced workers compensation lawyer. Please reach out to one of us soon. The insurance company will likely keep dragging their feet so you need someone helping you who has experience with how the system works. A herniated disc is a serious injury. You don't want to continue... View More
answered on Dec 2, 2017
Generally, traveling to and from work is not considered to be within the course and scope of employment. However, there are some exceptions. It really depends on the facts, so your best way to get an answer to this is to call an experienced workers' compensation attorney for a free consultation.
Will they try to make it impossible for me
answered on Nov 29, 2017
If you have a South Carolina claim, moving will generally not affect your rights under your claim. You are entitled to continued treatment and benefits. However, logistically, things can become a little complicated. Because the insurance company continues to control your treatment, they will... View More
My employer uses a third-party insurance company name Sedgwick. Sedgwick stated I did not have to see one of their doctors after I reported my on the job injury.
answered on Nov 17, 2017
No, that does not sound right. If Sedgwick is going to pay the bill, they are going to chose the doctor. If you see your own doctor, it is unlikely that Sedgwick will pay the bill. In order for the visit or treatment to be covered, it has to be authorized in advance by Sedgwick. If the visit is... View More
Surgery. What i wont to know is can they let me go while im out of work? The injury happend in july and its November now
answered on Nov 11, 2017
Unfortunately, yes, it is possible to be terminated while on workers' compensation in South Carolina. The work injury status does not protect your job. South Carolina is an employment at will state. Employees can be terminated for any reason - good or bad - or no reason, with a few... View More
Ive missed 70 hours of work so far and the workers comp adjuster is saying I must miss 7 days of work before I can be paid.
answered on Nov 10, 2017
There is a 7 day waiting period before compensation is owed. It is 7 calendar days so even days you are not scheduled to work (such as weekends or holidays) count. This applies to both partial and total disability. Any day that you do not work a full day counts toward the 7 calendar days. No... View More
If my scripts are due on a sat they don't aprove them until mon or tues. My appointed comp lawyer in NY does nothing to help me . I live in SC now can I get a SC comp lawyer to help me
answered on Nov 8, 2017
If you have a New York workers' compensation claim you need a lawyer licensed in New York. A South Carolina lawyer can not help you or advise you on New York law.
According to the DR. my options are injections and therapy but will eventually have to have the surgery to repair torn cartilage. If I choose the first option temporarily will they still be responsible for the later when I decide to have surgery?
answered on Oct 25, 2017
I'm sorry, but I don't know what arena football is. Is that your job? Or was this a recreational outing sponsored by your employer? If your injury was work related, you would have a workers' compensation claim. If you are written out of work by the authorized treating physician,... View More
Now keep in mind the company I work for deals with only concrete and we drive heavy equipment.and it isnt mandentory for us to wear hard hats.they dont even supply them if we wantdd to wear one.i have 25 Staples in my head and had a stage 3 concussion.i am suffering from severe memory loss and... View More
answered on Oct 18, 2017
You need to immediately contact an experienced workers' compensation attorney. Head injuries are not something you should attempt to handle on your own. Don't delay. Insurance companies rarely do the right thing voluntarily with head injury cases. Take advantage of a free consultation.
Place is covered with black widows and employer told me to go to ER.
answered on Oct 16, 2017
In South Carolina, the employer is responsible for payment of related medical bills pursuant to the workers compensation act. There are many issues that can easily be addressed in a quick consult. We can certainly assist.
answered on Aug 25, 2017
When participating in work related activities, injuries very well may be compensable. There are many considerations and you should certainly contact a workers' compensation attorney. We do not charge for consultations and chances are you have a claim.
If I had carpel tunnel surgeryin both hands and get her at work what I get any money besides Worker's Comp.
answered on Jun 22, 2017
I see you live in NC but you are asking about a SC claim. In SC, if your carpal tunnel injury is work related you are entitled to the following workers' compensation benefits: 1) medical treatment; 2) weekly benefits if you are written out of work by the authorized doctor; and 3) compensation... View More
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