I Can NEVER Go Back to My Job After Being Injured
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work, Uncategorized
If you can never go back to your job after being injured at work… YOU NEED A LAWYER – IT’S THAT SIMPLE. Work injuries can be serious; so serious that sometimes you can’t go back to doing your regular job – ever! You may even be facing a whole new career path, or NEVER returning …
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I got hurt at work in Virginia and my employer fired me! Can they do that?
Posted by Michele Lewane | FAQ, Uncategorized
So, you were hurt at work in Virginia and got fired. Here is what you need to know: Retaliation is not a legitimate reason for termination. If you were fired as retaliation for filing a workers compensation claim, you may be able to file suit against the employer (Section 65.2-308 of the Code of Virginia). …
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What Medical Documentation Do I Need for My Virginia Work Injury Case?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work, Uncategorized
Medical Documentation is KEY for your Virginia Work Injury Case Accurate and precise documentation from your medical provider is curtailed to your claim and can oftentimes be the determining factor as to whether or not you are entitled to medical care and lost wages under the Virginia Workers Compensation System. So What do I Need …
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Listen to your Virginia Workers Comp Doctor!
Posted by Michele Lewane | Workers' Compensation Benefits, Working With A Doctor
LISTEN TO YOUR DOCTOR! It is very important to listen to your Virginia workers compensation doctor. I have talked to so many people who have been injured at work who don’t want to take time off due to an injury, sometimes because they truly love their career or sometimes because of their fear of being …
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When Being a Good Neighbor Leads to Workers’ Comp Fraud
Posted by Michele Lewane | Uncategorized
I had an injured worker call my office a few weeks ago, we will call him Mike. Mike was a very nice man who was genuinely injured at work and looking for help. What Mike’s story will teach you: It is YOUR responsibility to follow the doctor’s orders You must ALWAYS follow your doctor’s restrictions …
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Should I Hire a Lawyer to Settle My Virginia Workers Compensation Claim?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Uncategorized
Simply put, injured workers who hire a lawyer to negotiate and finalize their settlement for them will generally yield more money in their pocket, even after paying an attorney fee! Settlement can range from rather simple to extremely complex. The more complex the situation, the better off you would be by having a lawyer guide …
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I Settled My Virginia Workers Compensation Case! Now What?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Uncategorized
When injured workers settle their Virginia Workers’ Compensation case, they are sometimes frustrated to find out that there are some waiting periods involved. I always make it my policy to make sure my clients know what to expect with settlement and the time frames that affect when they will receive their settlement check. However, I …
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Should I Settle My Virginia Workers Compensation Claim?
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Settlement, Workers' Compensation Benefits
People often contact my office because they are not sure if they should settle their workers compensation claim. There are major differences on how to move forward on your claim which depends on whether you want to keep your “lifetime” medical benefits or, if not, you want to settle your case. BE INFORMED! If you …
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How to Protect Yourself After a Virginia Work Injury PART 2
Posted by Michele Lewane | Uncategorized
Now you are ready to complete the “Request for Benefits” section and formally request that your injuries and your benefits be recognized by the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission and protected by way of an Award Order. This section also states “I need assistance obtaining the following benefits. If the benefits are denied, this form will …
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How to Protect Yourself After a Virginia Work Injury PART 1
Posted by Injured Workers Law Firm | Types of Injuries and Illnesses
There are several steps you can take to protect yourself and your benefits after a workplace accident: In Virginia, the rule is that you need to report any workplace injuries to your employer within 30 days of the incident. I always recommend to folks they should notify their employer as soon as possible so that …
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