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I've been out of work because of extreme pain but the dr refused to take me out of work

Answered 8 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Yes they can fire you if 2 doctors say that you can work. You might want to consider going to your own doctor but you will have to pay for it.
Yes they can fire you if 2 doctors say that you can work. You might want to consider going to your own doctor but you will have to pay for it.

I have been injured at work and continue working with severe pain. I've been to the e.r. twice during my shift . employer refuses to pay the bill

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Contact the Workers Compensation Division of the Department of Labor.
Contact the Workers Compensation Division of the Department of Labor.

I work for a company inside of Volkswagen and a hyster driver backed into me I filed a report on it and It was never turned in they have done nothing

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
If you are asking about the punishment for the driver, that is up to the employer to punish as it sees fit.
If you are asking about the punishment for the driver, that is up to the employer to punish as it sees fit.

If an employee is on workmans comp, and a city budget is over and they decide to get rid of that postion,are they allowed to do thst?

Answered 8 years and 10 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Yes they can eliminate a position even if it is filled by a employee who is out on workers compensation.
Yes they can eliminate a position even if it is filled by a employee who is out on workers compensation.

I had rotater cuff surgery. . Back in October. Now Ins is trying to settle with a check for loss of range of motion . Do I need a lawyer.?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Yes, you should get an attorney who deals in workers compensation.
Yes, you should get an attorney who deals in workers compensation.

Workers Comp rights

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Answer to your questions is to complicate to answer in this forum. You need to consult with a workers compensation attorney in your county.
Answer to your questions is to complicate to answer in this forum. You need to consult with a workers compensation attorney in your county.

I've been out of work since February 2017 and I have not received any benefits other than my doctors bills being paid . I need tot do because I

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Contact the Department of Labor, Workers Compensation Division.
Contact the Department of Labor, Workers Compensation Division.

I got hurt on the job may 25th 2016. I am still under a dr. care. Should I get an attorney?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
I think that it would be in your best interest to retain an attorney.
I think that it would be in your best interest to retain an attorney.

if im hurt on my full time job but have a 2nd job does this effect my workers comp benefits

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
If you are hurt on your first job and drawing temporary TOTAL DISABILITY, then you can not work a 2nd job and also draw workers compensation benefits because in theory you should not be capable of working the 2nd job. If you are capable of working the 2nd job, then you are capable of working the first job and therefore not eligible for  workers compensation benefits.... Read More
If you are hurt on your first job and drawing temporary TOTAL DISABILITY, then you can not work a 2nd job and also draw workers compensation... Read More

Are all workers compensation monetary resolutions based on what the standard impairment rating is?

Answered 8 years and 11 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
As a general rule, the amount of compensation is based upon the impairment ratings. However, there is a way to get more but you would need an attorney. As to the pain he is in, there is nothing that the law can do about that.
As a general rule, the amount of compensation is based upon the impairment ratings. However, there is a way to get more but you would need an... Read More

I hurt my back at work on 9/23/2016 in December I was referred to workers comp,followed their instructions, I need surgery as of 3 1 2017 no word back

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Not sure what your question is but you can contact the Division of Workers Compensation with the Department of Labor and talk with them.
Not sure what your question is but you can contact the Division of Workers Compensation with the Department of Labor and talk with them.

If i was hurt at work on february 20,2017 and they didnt send me for my pre accident drug screen is it fair that i get fired and not be able to draw?

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
You should be paid for the 4 days that you worked. Contact the Department of Labor to file a complaint.
You should be paid for the 4 days that you worked. Contact the Department of Labor to file a complaint.

I was injured on the job in a fall. No surgery has been done but I still have pain. They have offered a payoff but seems very insignificant to me.

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
I can not tell you what to do. You need to consult with an attorney who handles workers compensation claims.
I can not tell you what to do. You need to consult with an attorney who handles workers compensation claims.

I got injured on the job and filed a worker compensation claim and returned with a Doctors note and my pay check doesn't have the pay for the days

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
You only get workers compensation pay following the 7th day of being off of work except if you are off for more than 14 days than you get pay retroactive back to the first day. The statute says: "No compensation shall be allowed for the first seven (7) days of disability resulting from the injury, excluding the day of injury, except the benefits provided for in § 50-6-204, but if disability extends beyond that period, compensation shall commence with the eighth day after the injury. In the event, however, that the disability from the injury exists for a period as long as fourteen (14) days, then compensation shall be allowed beginning with the first day after the injury." § 50-6-205. ... Read More
You only get workers compensation pay following the 7th day of being off of work except if you are off for more than 14 days than you get pay... Read More

I need to know more about a second appinion on my workers comp. case i have been told that i can have a post conviction. and is there a time limit on

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
I do not understand the question. What do you mean "post conviction" ? This is used in criminal case, not workers compensation casess.
I do not understand the question. What do you mean "post conviction" ? This is used in criminal case, not workers compensation casess.

What should I do?

Answered 9 years ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Call the Workers Compensation Division of the Department of Labor.
Call the Workers Compensation Division of the Department of Labor.

I was injured in June 2016 an still having surgery do to the accident, do I need to get a lawyer?

Answered 9 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
You are not required to get an attorney but it would be best if you do so.
You are not required to get an attorney but it would be best if you do so.

What to do if attacked by an employee at work

Answered 9 years and a month ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Notify you employer and have a criminal warrant taken out.
Notify you employer and have a criminal warrant taken out.

I fall at work and i have been back seen that day so what should. I do i hurt my back head and shoulder

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Contact the Department of Labor, Workers Compensation Division
Contact the Department of Labor, Workers Compensation Division

do I need a lawyer

Answered 9 years and 2 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
I think that I can. Call me at your convenience on my cell phone at 615-646-9417.
I think that I can. Call me at your convenience on my cell phone at 615-646-9417.

can I be compensated for lost wages while off on a workmans comp claim?

Answered 9 years and 3 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
To the extend that you doctor gave you a permanent impairment rating, then you can be compesated for future lost earning capacity.
To the extend that you doctor gave you a permanent impairment rating, then you can be compesated for future lost earning capacity.

If I was injured at work do to a fall and my job sent me to a Dr. The Doctor ok me to return to work but with a restriction of lifting no more than 5

Answered 9 years and 5 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
The employer is required to pay you for the time period that the doctor kept you off of work until he released you to go back to work. If the doctor puts you on a restriction, then they are not required to put you on any job that would exceed the restictions. However, if there is a job that they can provide you with that is within the restrictions, then under the ADA they have to make reasonable accomodations to put you in that job. If you have further questions, contact the Tennessee Department of Labor, Workers Compensation Division.... Read More
The employer is required to pay you for the time period that the doctor kept you off of work until he released you to go back to work. If the doctor... Read More

As a contracted employee, how can I ensure that I get paid from my employer who is withholding pay?

Answered 9 years and 6 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Contact the tennessee department of labor and explain the situation to them.
Contact the tennessee department of labor and explain the situation to them.

i use a hand sander at work and within a month i lost muscle mass and strength in my hand,i went to see a company doctor that they appointed me 2 and

Answered 9 years and 7 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
The employer/workers compensation carrier is only required to pay for authorized health care providers. If you went to your family doctor on your own who then sent you to a neurologist, then they are not authorized providers and you are responsibile for the bill.
The employer/workers compensation carrier is only required to pay for authorized health care providers. If you went to your family doctor on your own... Read More

Do I receive more compensation than %62 TN guidelines?

Answered 9 years and 9 months ago by Patrick Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Workers Compensation
Questions to complicated to answer in writing. Call me and I will be glad to try and answer them.
Questions to complicated to answer in writing. Call me and I will be glad to try and answer them.
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