QUESTION
Can I get compensation above and beyond worker’s compensation benefits?
Asked on Oct 20th, 2012 on Personal Injury - California
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I've been an auto mechanic for the past 17 years. I had carpal tunnel surgery done on both my hands this year through worker’s compensation. Worker’s compensation paid all the bills and paid for my time off. I still have numbness in my fingers, which I was told might never go away that will affect my job. Is there any more compensation I could get for this? Should I contact a lawyer? Where do I start?
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Plaintiff Animal Bites Attorney serving Missoula, MT
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If you return to work as a mechanic, consider yourself lucky.
Answered on Jun 26th, 2013 at 9:58 PM
Ronald A. Steinberg
No. All of the injuries were due to the job.
Answered on Jun 26th, 2013 at 9:58 PM
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Yes. You may get compensation for your permanent impairment. You should call a lawyer.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2012 at 9:41 PM
Personal Injury Attorney serving Pacific, MO
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Melvin G. Franke
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See an experienced WC/personal injury attorney. Unfortunately you may not have a civil case but still should get permanent partial disability.
Answered on Oct 26th, 2012 at 5:43 PM
Dennis P. Mikko
If the numbness affects your job, you should contact an attorney specializing in worker's comp law as there may be additional benefits due you.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 4:50 PM
Yes you are entitled to more. You may actually be entitled to quite a bit more. If we can help contact us; or see another lawyer who is qualified to appreciate the Iowa workers' compensation system. Every case starts with an accidental injury and ends with a lawyer closing the deal.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 4:50 PM
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Dennis K. Thomas
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You should always contact an attorney. You may be eligible for additional compensation depending on how you are rated for permanent disability. If you do not have an attorney I can pretty much assure you that you will not receive all that you should.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 4:48 PM
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Yes, you should contact a lawyer. It is possible that if you cannot continue to work there will be significant additional funds due you.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:14 PM
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We would be happy to provide you with a free consultation if you call my office at either of the numbers listed below. If my office accepts your case, there is no fee charged unless we are able to obtain a settlement for you.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:14 PM
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If you have a permanent partial disability, you may be entitled to a "schedule award" depending on your rate of pay, the degree of disability, and the amount that you were already compensated.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:14 PM
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You should contact a Worker's Comp attorney for your case, as you would be entitled to additional compensation if it is deemed a permanent injury that is work related.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:13 PM
You should seek legal advice from a plaintiff's worker's compensation lawyer. You may have a permanent impairment as to the numbness in your fingers for which you would've been compensated.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:12 PM
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Sounds like you settled your case if you have had a change of condition it may be possible. See a company lawyer for details.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:11 PM
Automobile Accidents and Injuries Attorney serving Santa Ana, CA
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You may be entitled to additional permanent partial disability benefits but if you are able to continue doing your work the amount of benefits will not be substantial. If, however, you cannot now do your work because of the residuals from the CTS surgeries, you definitely need to consult with a Workers' Compensation lawyer. If you are in So. California, give my office a call.
Answered on Oct 24th, 2012 at 2:11 PM