Posted: 11/6/2009 5:54:20 PM EDT
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Can you sue a company that you work for when you get hurt on the job because you got no help?
I hurt my back going to a MRI to find the extent of my injury 
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In FL you can sue for Workers Comp. if your company refuses to pay W/C for on the job injuries. However in most situations you are barred from suing you employer for any other reason if you are covered under W/C. See an attorney.....
Go here ,there's a number you can call if you are an injured worker for more info: http://www.fldfs.com/wc/employee/index.html More attorney information: http://www.florida-workerscomp.com/ Good Luck ! |
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A few helpful hints about workmen's comp (I'm on it right now myself):
1. They will take their sweet time doing anything for you. OTOH, you will be expected to do a lot of leg work as soon as possible. 2. Get used to sitting on your ass. They want you to do as little as possible. 3. You'll have to push/fight for everything you get. Stand your ground and don't let WC intimidate you. I considered hiring an attorney (especially in light of my specific circumstances), but I had nothing but time. Therefore, I've chosen to do a lot of things myself. If you choose not to involve an attorney, spend a lot of time reading up on your state's workmen's comp law. I've had a few disagreements with my WC provider, but overall they're doing okay. They're paying me total temporary disability and paid for my surgery no questions asked. A lot of my problems are the result of a lazy/unknowledgeable case worker, not the workmen's comp comapny themselves. |
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Depending on how your state's WC laws are written, you may have to sign a form that allows you either a) the doctor of your shoosing, or b) a doctor they select for you. This will be your Primary Care Provider (PCP) throughout the process, so make sure you think about it before signing it. If you already have a doctor you know and trust, don't hesitate to use them.
I went with the doctor they selected for me, and he has been excellent. However, a lot of others report bad experiences when using the "selected for them" doctor. Also, if you don't like the diagnosis/treatment of your PCP, most states allow you to obtain a second opinion from another doctor and/or switch PCPs, but it can be a difficult and lengthy process. Again, research WC laws in your state thoroughly. |
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Depending on how your state's WC laws are written, you may have to sign a form that allows you either a) the doctor of your shoosing, or b) a doctor they select for you. This will be your Primary Care Provider (PCP) throughout the process, so make sure you think about it before signing it. If you already have a doctor you know and trust, don't hesitate to use them. I went with the doctor they selected for me, and he has been excellent. However, a lot of others report bad experiences when using the "selected for them" doctor. Also, if you don't like the diagnosis/treatment of your PCP, most states allow you to obtain a second opinion from another doctor and/or switch PCPs, but it can be a difficult and lengthy process. Again, research WC laws in your state thoroughly. At the paper mill I work if you get injured on the job you use the company WC Dr. or the local ED if it is after hours or an emergency. If you are not satisfied with him you request a panel of 4 Dr's and choose one of them. You cannot use your PCP because there is a possibility of WC fraud. ETA: Why are your wages garnished ? |