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Can I still get a Settlement

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Randy Charles Alberhasky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
In Missouri, there is no compensation for pain and suffering.  However, if you have any permanent problems, which sounds likely, then you would be entitled to a lump sum for permanent disability compensation, regardless of whether the treating physician gave you a disability rating.  If the accident happened in Missouri or if your employer is located here, then you have up to two years to file a claim in Missouri, although I do not recommend waiting that long.... Read More
In Missouri, there is no compensation for pain and suffering.  However, if you have any permanent problems, which sounds likely, then you would... Read More

how much is a severed finger tip worth

Answered 10 years and a month ago by Randy Charles Alberhasky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
It really depends upon your wage rate, which finger and how sensitive it remains, but potentially perhaps up to a few thousand dollars.
It really depends upon your wage rate, which finger and how sensitive it remains, but potentially perhaps up to a few thousand dollars.

can i question my care, docs, and adjuster about tbe timing and decision of my care

Answered 10 years and 2 months ago by Randy Charles Alberhasky (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Sure, you have a right to communicate with your doctor and discuss your medical options.  Your employer gets to choose the providers, but not the treatment.  As long as your decisions are reasonable, you have the choice of what treatment to receive, assuming it has been recommended by the doctor.... Read More
Sure, you have a right to communicate with your doctor and discuss your medical options.  Your employer gets to choose the providers, but not... Read More