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?

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…

What is Fair Compensation for My Injury Rating?

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

  Question: I have been injured on the job and got a rating from my doctor of 13% whole body and 33% lower limb. Wanted to out what my options were when it came to settlement. Their number is $17,000. I think that not enough and wanted to know what was legally fair without getting…

Workers’ Comp is Refusing to Pay for All of My Care

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

Question: I am an RN. A patient of mine fell out of bed. Two nursing assistants and I assisted the patient back into bed after she stated that she could stand. Two days later I started to have severe lower back pain. Currently I am in physical therapy, I have had 3 steroid injections into…

My Employer Says I Don’t Need Treatment

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

  Question: I’m from Alaska. I injured my back lifting 2 cases of antifreeze that were taped together. I am fighting the insurance adjuster pro se (this means he is representing himself, acting as his own attorney. I need to know if i can object to the employer’s case manager interfering with my doctor. I’m…