How Long Do I Have After an Accident to File a Suit?

Catastrophic Injury,FAQ,Personal Injury,Train Accident,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: How long do I have after an accident to file a suit? On July 29th 2004, while working as a conductor I was struck by a consist of three motors going in a reverse movement at Larime St. in Cicero, IL. My injuries are substantial; broken scapula, three broken ribs, broken left leg,…

Filing a Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD) Lawsuit

FAQ,Personal Injury,Slip and Fall,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

Question: I fell and injured myself at work and got RSD (Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy). I was on workers comp. for 10 months and then the company doctor said nothing was wrong with me and I can return back to work. My doctor never would and still has not released me to return to work. They…

I was Assaulted on the Job by the Contractor. What are My Options?

Back Injury,Catastrophic Injury,FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I am a tile setter, and I was assaulted by a general contractor and his son on a job site. As a result of the assault I have 2 chipped teeth and have been unable to work due to back pain. What are my options?

I was Cooking on a River Boat and had a Skin Problem Arise…

FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I was cooking on a river boat and had an skin problem arise, so I filled out an accident form as I was instucted to do at orientation before going to work. Two days later I was asked by the office to go to another boat, so I went. On the way to…

I Need Help/Protection from OWCP

Catastrophic Injury,FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I was injured on Oct. 01, ‘01. I am a federal meat inspector. I felt something pop in my left elbow. Went to Dr. S., was referred to to Dr. B., who is an orthopedic surgeon. FCE test was given, MRI was done on left shoulder, therapy was given. Dr. B. released me…

Can I be Laid Off While on Workers’ Comp?

FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: Can an employer lay you off while on workmans comp under Wyoming law?

I Fell at Work and Didn’t Get Proper Medical Care

FAQ,Personal Injury,Slip and Fall,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I was walking across an area of muddy water. One hour before some guys had dug a hole 1 1/2ft deep to put in a sub pump, then changed their minds and put it at other end. The hole was never marked and not visable under muddy water. When I stepped forward it…

Along with a Back Injury, My Boss’ Treatment Changed

Back Injury,Catastrophic Injury,FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I have recently hurt my back at work. I have been going through therapy for the last 3 days and nothing has changed with one exception – my boss. I have been working for this company for going on 5 years now and my boss has been a really good guy to me…

I Developed Respiratory Problems on the Job

FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I am a 31-year-old man who has worked for the city of _________ for 11 yrs. This past year I have been working as a jail officer in a 6-story building that is being renovated due to asbestos. About 8 months ago I noticed some changes in my breathing. I thought it was…

I was Injured on the Job and the Company Went Bankrupt

FAQ,Personal Injury,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation - August 26, 2015

  Question: I have worked in underground coal mines for 32 years. I have had injuries to my neck and now I have had surgery on my neck as of 6/6/06. I will never be right again or able to do things I enjoy doing since I am not able to work again. I am…