QUESTION
Can my employer disregard a doctor’s order?
Asked on Aug 20th, 2013 on Labor and Employment - Texas
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I had a doctor's order to be off work. When I told my boss, she told me I had to work anyway but wanted me to bring her the doctor’s order saying I had to be off when I went to work. While I was at work, I slipped and injured my back, knee and foot. Where do I stand legally?
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Worker's Compensation Attorney serving Encino, CA
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The short answer is no. But there are many factors to this questions. You need to call a local attorney and discuss your case with him/her.
Answered on Aug 26th, 2013 at 11:27 AM
If your injuries to your back and neck and knees are new injuries, you can file a claim for worker's compensation benefits such as temporary disability benefits and permanent disability benefits and future medical.
Answered on Aug 23rd, 2013 at 9:06 AM
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You stand to receive worker's compensation because you were hurt at work.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2013 at 2:49 PM
Bruce A. Coane
The employer can do whatever they want. If the company has 15 or more employees, you could have a legal claim if treated unfairly due to a disability. As for getting hurt, that could be a worker's compensation case.
Answered on Aug 22nd, 2013 at 2:49 PM