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my attorney i have now lied to me about settlement he told me the despondent attorney had made a offer and then i found out that the despondent attorney had mad the same offer that i had already turned down twice and my attorney made a counter offer with out telling me first he mad the counter... View More 
I am curious about the discovery of black mold and compensation for removal.
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answered on Oct 13, 2023
As a worker, you have the right to a safe work environment, including protection from exposure to black mold. If you are exposed to black mold and become sick, you may be entitled to medical care and workers' compensation benefits. For personalized legal advice tailored to your unique... View More
Can you give me the statue of this law to the question in Oklahoma.
answered on Oct 24, 2021
Unemployment is payable to an eligible employee, not to heirs or their estate. Therefore when the employee dies they are no longer an eligible employee and the payments must stop.
today, that they refuse to be part of a settlement where I would self-administer the set aside. They said they would put a lien on the settlement and I could deal directly with opposing counsel. Is this for real?
answered on Sep 2, 2021
If you hired an attorney and they were working on things for you then you have an agreement with them. In which you most likely signed something saying they get paid and if not they file a lien. So it is probably for real. You need to contact them to discuss things directly.
The driver fled on foot and was never caught, my insurance wont help because I was on the job and Domino's aka team next level of tulsa will not help or answer my questions my employers will not respond to calls or messages anymore, the most they will do is get me in touch with work comp for... View More
answered on Mar 22, 2021
You should contact a "bad faith" insurance attorney. They frequently review initial information for no charge - have any rejection/denial letters ready to show them.
It sounds like your insurance company denied the claim because of an exclusion in your policy. An attorney can... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2021
Yes, but you should consult with a local workers comp attorney. Most will offer a free consultation regarding your options moving forward.
My husband was hurt on October 7th at work
He was released January 14th mmi. We wanted to ask workers comp about a settlement but we're not sure we should
answered on Feb 5, 2021
Whatever you do, do not engage in settlement negotiations with an insurance adjuster until you have an attorney representing you. The insurance company will not take you seriously without representation.
My company provided vehicle was never returned/picked up by said company. I was also never paid a promised bonus of $4500. I have not been utilizing said vehicle in any way. It is parked at my house sitting since termination. I told my former manager I would gladly return the vehicle once I was... View More
answered on Apr 8, 2020
You should return the vehicle immediately, then contact an employment attorney in your area to discuss a claim for recovery of the unpaid bonus.
I was working for a friends dad at a welding shop. my actual job was welding but the first thing I did every morning was split wood to warm up the shop which is how I lost my eye. I was using a wedge and a sledge hammer and a piece of the wedge the size of a nickel went through my right eye and... View More
answered on Sep 19, 2019
It does sound like you have a Workers' Compensation Claim. Oklahoma is a no-fault state regarding work-related injuries, meaning basically that if you were hurt on the job, then your related medical bills, lost wages, permanent impairments, etc. might be paid by your employer, most likely by... View More
I went through a claims experience that I didn’t appreciate because I was feeling pushed by my employer to sign off before I felt I was back to normal. She has done this on multiple occasions I have found out. Not looking to sue for money. But I wish to anonymously notify the correct agency so... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2019
The 2014 Administrative Workers’ Compensation Act allowed employers to “opt out” of the state workers’ compensation system as long as they provided equal or better benefits. Since that time, the Oklahoma Supreme Court struck down the “opt out” provision. Employers can self-insure, but... View More
I was injured in 2010. We received a settlement, but left the medical maintenance open - pain management. In July 2015, my condition began to get worse. In Sept 2015, it looked like I was going to have to apply for disability. My wife of 22 years took the kids left as soon as I couldn't work... View More
answered on Mar 9, 2018
I'm sorry I didn't see your question earlier. I hope by now it has been resolved. If not, please ask it again.
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They won't look into the mid or lower back.
The Dr did not even mention my complaint
answered on Dec 19, 2017
You need to speak with a personal injury attorney ASAP. Your attorney can help determine whether you're receiving fair compensation for your injuries. As a general rule, represented persons receive more compensation that unrepresented persons.
She is 19 and received virtually no training on how to handle situations like that other than to squirt them with a water bottle. There were 3 employees watching 70 dogs. She wasn’t even allowed to leave to get medical treatment even though she was bitten quite badly. What legal actions can she... View More
answered on Oct 22, 2017
She may be entitled to Workers Compensation and/or claims against the dogs' owners. She should seek out an attorney who handles comp & personal injury claims.
The attorney had improper contact with the ins attorney as monetary amounts were pre set. I am pro se and am fine with it. However, the insurance Co. Doctor make a reference on his report that he should not have known as I didn't tell him my legal situation - the only one that could was the... View More
answered on Sep 11, 2017
Don't see that it is. It's irrelevant but it is a fact that you acknowledge.
Hospital visit
aunt got meds and checked out can work
Aunt has insurance
I got meds and checked out can work
I have insurance
Brother got checked out hospital did nothing cannot work
Brother has no insurance
answered on Jun 20, 2017
Contact a member of the Ok Trial Lawyers Assn/Assn for Justice. They give free consultations. If rear ended, answer is yes to all.
In January I slipped and fell on the job and severed my patellar tendon. The injury required surgical reattachment and for two days after surgery I was told not to move from my bed. I wasn't not sent home on any type of anticoagulants or with an exercise machine and I developed a DVT which led... View More
answered on Jun 12, 2017
I assume you have a comp attorney. Ask them. If you don't have one , contact a member of the Oklahoma Trial Lawyers Association--they give free consults.
So, in January I fell while on the job which led to a major knee injury (completely severed my patellar tendon). The injury required surgery to reattach the tendon to my kneecap. After surgery I was specifically instructed to go home, elevate the leg, and do not get out of bed for 2 days. I... View More
answered on Jun 9, 2017
If you have a workers comp attorney contact them. If not, contact a member of the Ok Trial Lawyers Assn who handles medical cases --they give free consultations.
answered on Oct 4, 2016
You didn't say who--I'm assuming it's the workers comp insurance. Different states have different rules, but generally for a period of time they only have to pay for their doctor--you can use your own but that's on your dime. After a period of time you get to choose, but they... View More
answered on May 12, 2016
In 2014 Oklahoma switched from a court system to an administrative system. For injuries occurring on or after February 1, 2014 the claim is processed through the administrative system. The change in the law from the old system to the new system are significant. The full extent of the new law is... View More
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