5 Ways to Protect your Virginia Workers Comp Claim from Private Investigators
Posted by Michele Lewane | Working With The Adjuster/Nurse Case Manager
Virginia workplace injury attorneys often warn employees that when they file a Virginia Workers’ Compensation claim, insurance companies may hire a private investigator (PI) to try to find damaging evidence. Even when your injuries and motives are completely legitimate, if you don’t know the Virginia Workers’ Compensation laws or don’t have a workplace injury attorney …
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Good vs. Bad Nurse Case Managers for Virginia Work Injuries
Posted by Michele Lewane | Injured Workers Law Firm, Working With The Adjuster/Nurse Case Manager
Good vs. Bad Nurse Case Managers for Virginia Work Injuries There’s a good chance that a Nurse Case Manager may be assigned to you after you suffer serious workplace injuries in Virginia. To ensure that your legal rights are protected, you should have a Workers’ Compensation attorney with a background in Virginia disability law review …
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Do NOT Let Adjusters, Case Managers or Vocational Counselors Into Your Home
Posted by Michele Lewane | Working With The Adjuster/Nurse Case Manager
I’ve talked to several injured workers in Virginia lately who have mentioned to me that either a case manager, vocational counselor, or adjuster has come to their home recently to talk about their case. Listen up folks – don’t let people who work for the insurance company into your home! This puts you in a …
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What to Do if Employer Says to Come Back to Work But My Doctor Has Me on Light Duty?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work
Confused about how to handle your light duty work restrictions in your Virginia Workers Compensation case? We got answers! Your doctor will give you a very specific work status: Full Duty – The doctor has released you to return to work with no limitations Out of Work – The doctor has written you a note …
What is Vocational Rehabilitation in a Virginia Workers Compensation Case?
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work
When you’ve been injured at work, you should have a Virginia workers compensation attorney on your side to help guide you through the process. For many injured employees, there will come a point when the doctor says you’re able to return to work on light or modified duty capacity. If you are not able to …
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Everything You Need to Know About Virginia Construction Accident Claims
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types Of Accidents
Do you know how to prevent a Virginia construction accident injury on the job site? Even the most safety-aware employee still can get hurt, but you can take certain steps to avoid being hurt on the job. If you are indeed injured at work, seek the help of a Virginia construction accident lawyer to discuss …
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Forklift Safety Can Prevent Virginia Work Injury Claims
Posted by Michele Lewane | Types Of Accidents
Based on reports from the National Traumatic Occupational Fatalities Surveillance System, 100 people die each year because of forklift accidents. A forklift injury can be serious or even fatal so it’s essential that you know and follow the safety precautions of this machine. Prevention is key in avoiding serious injury. 15 Forklift Safety Tips to …
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I Can NEVER Go Back to My Job After Being Injured
Posted by Michele Lewane | Returning To Work
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
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
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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