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Good afternoon, you are in a tricky situation. This is still a work injury claim and you may have defenses that you mentioned. You may want to reach out to a local attorney to discuss your defenses. There are several defense attorneys who will discuss your defenses but it sounds like you may have several. Good luck. If you cannot find someone you should reach out to the Atlanta Bar Referral line 404-521-0777 and let them know you are looking for a workers compensation defense attorney. Ty

Thank you for your comment. Did you need some additional information regarding this topic?

Do you have a minute to speak by telephone? You are at an important point in your claim. Ty

That depends on many things. Are you sure you closed your work injury claim? If you are considering bring an action against a third party like a home owner, you will have to prove that the home owner was aware of the danger that caused your injury and failed to warn you. That can be very difficult to do. You should reach out to a work injury lawyer first make sure the work injury is actually closed. Sometimes the adjuster will tell you they are closing their file. That does NOT mean that the claim is closed. There are time limits so you need to speak with a work injury attorney quickly. Good luck. If it is a Georgia claim feel free to reach out and we can discuss further. Ty

Thank you Marissa. I am so happy this information was helpful to you. Good luck with your claim. Remember every state is a little different so I would recommend you reach out and speak with a California Workers' Compensation lawyer. Stay safe, Ty

Very true.

@@JamieMoldenhauer-gw4bi Unfortunately in Georgia there is what is called the exclusive remedy rule. If you were injured because of your employer or a co-worker. You must file a worker’s comp claim and are prevented from filing a personal injury claim.

@@TyWilsonLaw Thank you for your reply back. It's nice to meet you. Well I am on workman's comp but I feel like she did this to me on purpose how do I use and proof this

I am sorry you feel that way. So typically if they are bringing up other wrecks it is for the injuries. If they are bringing up the personal injury for the same claim, they want to know if there are other forms of money you will be receiving. Good luck.

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That can be a possibility.

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Indeed it does.

Thank you for your comment. I am glad it worked out for you.

Thank you for your comment. You may want to speak with a Georgia Workers' Compensation attorney before you commit to Social Security, there could be an affect on your WC claim.

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Thank you for your comment. I hope it was helpful.

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Thank you for your comment. If you have any specific questions about a claim you or a loved one have, feel free to drop the comment here. Ty

I agree. Everyone loses.

Thank you for your comment. That is certainly one way to handle it and not sit for over 5 mins.

I am sorry to hear about your brother's work injury. Unfortunately in Georgia they only have to return the injured worker back to "some form" of work not necessairly what they were doing and as long as a doctor (usually the ATP) returnes them back to some form of work and the employer files a WC 240 return to work signed off by the employer then you must attempt the light duty job. If they have not jumped through the hoops of getting a WC240 signed off, then you arguably you may not need to attempt that job. You brother is at a critical point in his claim, he needs to reach out to a Georgia WC attorney if he does not have one ASAP. To explore his rights and what can and can not be done moving forward. Act fast and stay safe. Ty

@@TyWilsonLaw Thanks a lot for your feedback.

@@edstjames2779 Thank you for your comment.

You're welcome

Thank you for your comments. It sounds like you are going through it right now.

I am not sure I understand your question

If your license is suspended you may want to speak with a traffic ticket lawyer. Suspensions occur for many reasons, and points are only one of them. Some charges will automatically suspend your license depending on if you plead guilty or not.

Bad news all around. Thanks for your comment.

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That is very unusual. That is not a legitimate reason to fire an employee. Is your state a right-to-work state? If it is a right-to-work state they can fire you for cause or for no cause at all. Firing you for not being able to get in contact with your attorney is one I have not heard of before and has nothing to do with your employment. In Georgia they provide a separation notice and that is where the Employer puts the reason for the termination/separation. Ultimately you may qualify for unemployment if they are terminating you for reasons unrelated to your employment. Speak with your attorney about what is in your best interest based on their actions.

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Wow, thank you for sharing. You have been through a lot.

It is not about winning, it is about maneuvering through a system designed to get you back to work. That is the system’s goal. There are no doubts the system has its problems and issues. Remember it was created and past through the legislature of each state. No question the insurance companies had their say and the laws are written for the Employer/Insurers. They often get to control your medical care. That said you can be successful in getting the care you need paid for by the system and get back to some form of work, sometimes it takes a little luck. Stay positive in light of your situation. Your loved ones are counting on you.

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Good morning Dina. You will want to go to the closest sheriff's office and order your GCIC -Georgia Crime Information Center report it is basically your criminal history. That will show you what is showing on your history. If you get a copy of that contact me and lets talk about what you may or may not need to do moving forward. Ty

Ok so I collected my charge information at the Sheriff's department and had it approved at the D A. Off then mailed it to the GBI office in Decatur GA. Thank you for replying back!🙏

Unfortunately I do not have any familiarity with Pardons. Let me see what I can find out on my end. Ty

If you have an attorney for your claim they should be making sure it is in the settlement agreement. If you Google search what is hartman language in georgia workers comp it will give you more information. In short it will protect you as the employee from losing SSDI benefits. It basically a breakdown your settlement over your life expectancy. That is the important part. I hope that helps. Ty

I am a realist, do what is best for your family to survive. That said you need to ask your attorney why they do not want you filing for unemployment.

@@TyWilsonLaw It's illegal and would be considered fraud. However after 10 weeks workman comp mailed me a check. Of course lawyer took her 20% first.

⁠@@michaelkreisel3573I am not sure it is illegal it depends on many things. Like are you out of work completely? If so you will have a difficult time qualifying for Unemployment. To obtain unemployment in Georgia you must be ready, willing and most importantly able to work meaning your doctor should have released you to some form of work. WC may also get a credit on their benefits so always good to speak with a workers comp attorney. It is good that you were able to get income benefits started. As far as the 20% from the attorney is concerned, in Georgia you must show that you did something to earn those atty fees. Sounds different where you are. Good luck moving forward. Stay safe. Ty

@@TyWilsonLaw Illinois different than Georgia fir sure. And yeah I did ask my lawyer for a receipt what she filed. Her response “I filed electronically” as if there is no receipt. I won’t push it kinda at her mercy but she knows I’m paying attention. Because I was fired while on this claim I should be paid till I get a new job. Right now I haven’t been released to work and I have at least 6 more weeks as I’m on PT and still waiting to be approved for surgery which will take more time to recover

Go with your lawyer. They have a n interest in maximizing your claim for you and them. Good luck with your care. Ty

Gracias por tu comentario. Espero poder brindarle información útil y, si necesita ayuda, no dude en comunicarse conmigo y hablaremos específicamente sobre su reclamo, ya que cada reclamo es un poco diferente según el empleador, la aseguradora y la lesión. Mantenerse seguro. ty

No doubt

Unfortunately the answer is it depends on the company who is performing the MSA and Medicare as they are attempting to have Medicare agree to pick up your medical care once you have exhausted the MSA for the year. Hopefully you will hear something soon. Good luck. Ty

Thank you for your comment. Arguably yes. If your authorized treating physician in Ga said you can lift 25lbs then the employer can create a job where lifting 25lbs is the max then it is expected that you can do it. Ty

@@TyWilsonLaw What if they won't accommodate it? I was prepared to go back to work. I received a message not to come in. I build fiber optic cables. Some weighting 800 lbs to over 1000 lbs. I have to push them and turn them on a skate. The doctor told me I have degenerative back disease that will turn into arthritis if I don't slow down. I'm 52 years old and 5'4".

@@anniealexander9616 If your employer can not accommodate your light-duty restrictions they can either create a job that has never existed just to get you back to work or they can keep you at home. If they keep you at home, they should continue to pay you weekly checks. The question then is what does the future hold? You are in limbo. The law requires that you look for light-duty work within your restrictions if your employer can not accommodate your light-duty restrictions, especially if they are paying weekly checks. It would probably be in your best interest to discuss with a work injury attorney and discuss your legal options, you have options and there are things to think about moving forward with your claim.

@@TyWilsonLaw What's if my employer can accommodate but they refuse to, saying I can't change departments, even though I've worked in other departments? Can I do work around my house as long as I don't pick up anything over 25 lbs? That's the only restriction the doctor gave me. I was sent to a nurse practitioner......I've received nsaid shots and 1 steroid shot.

@@anniealexander9616The employer has a choice, they can bring you back or they can choose not to bring you back. If you are receiving income benefits paid for by the insurance company, I can assure you that will not last forever. If the insurance company can, they will file a hearing to suspend your income benefits stating you are capable of working and request a list of employers you have applied for work with. If they catch you doing things around the house, they will try to make it look like you can lift more than 25lbs and then take the video to the doctor in an effort to get you released to full duty, with which then they can terminate you and end your claim. Be careful.

It sounds like you had a pretty intense deposition. Thanks for sharing.

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I agree, thank you for your comment.

Hopefully it was not to bad.

Good for you and your wife. If they ever come onto your property you can and should call the police for trespassing.