QUESTION
How can I resolve this Workers Compensation Settlement problem?
Asked on Mar 12th, 2013 on Personal Injury - New York
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In 2004, I applied for Workers Compensation on an injury to my left hip while working. Per my Attorney, my claim was denied but there was a settlement of $3,500 for Permanent Partial that I was not aware of. I did not receive any of the monies and my health insurance is denying payment for treatment to the same hip because the WC-3 states there was a settlement.
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Answered on Mar 14th, 2013 at 6:20 AM
Ronald A. Steinberg
You need an accounting from the lawyer, and an explanation. If you have been working recently, and your current employment aggravated the underlying condition, you would have a new comp case.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2013 at 6:12 AM
James Eugene Hasser
It sounds like something is screwed up. You need to get with your attorney. It is not likely there was a settlement. Settlements in Alabama have to either be approved by a Court or by a Dept of Industrial Relations mediator. Both scenarios require your physical appearance and signature. Good luck.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2013 at 5:49 AM
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Contact your attorney, make an appointment and go down and have a face-to-face conference with him or her and resolve the issue.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:06 PM
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Something does not add up: if your claim was denied, why was there a settlement? If there was a settlement, why didn't you get any money? They cannot settle without your knowledge. Make an appointment with your lawyer, sit down with him/her at his/her office and go through your file together.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:06 PM
Lisa Hurtado McDonnell
The workman compensation wont have agreed to settlement without your signature. So I don't see how your claim be settled for such a low amount. You need another attorney to look at your claim and also your previous attorney work product.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:06 PM