What would a Workman's comp case with a total knee replacement involved, be worth?  Anyone know? Thanks?
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I'm sure each state's rules are different, but similar enough. You're going to find that the settlement isn't much, I'm afraid. Usually what they try to do if you can't go back to work doing what you did is to re-train you. However, if you EVER had any other kind of job, in your entire life, they won't. They'll make you go back to that line of work. Even if it doesn't pay as well. The L&I system really sucks. I broke my ankle a few years back and it turned into a real nightmare. I eventually did get to go back to work, but I don't have full use of that ankle/foot any more. It was in a cast for too long and it locks up all the time. Not to mention I tend to twist it over all the time because it's not as strong as it used to be. There was NO settlement. \n\nTry those two sites below and see if they can help you out. It looked to me like the second one might be of more use to you. Good luck!
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i got into a car accident and broke my femur and they replaced the bone with a titaniun rod, that ran me up about 60,700 grand. lol, sorry if that didnt answer your question, but my point is its really expensive, i think anyways.
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Wow this is a tough one. I think I will resist any knee replacement option and I have two bad knees. I have seen too many very unsatisfied suffering recipients. Maybe the fix will get better in a few years. I would not worry about running. If you can walk well and painless after they get through with you that's all it seems you can expect.
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There are attorneys that do workers comp for only a percentage of the settlement.  And thier fee will often be figured into the settlement.\n\nYou can always get an attorney do do workers comp cases if you have no money at all.
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Well, i don't know the exact figure, but I'd think it's somewhere between 10k-20k. Most of these things are settled out of court, I received a settlement from progressive Insurance for soft tissue injuries for $7,500 (also factor in that your lawyer is taking 1/3 of what you get, 40% if he has to file a suit)
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go for it!I had someone change a ball joint a year ago and just found out that he never did the work!I wish I had the receipt and the old part(which I never saw)I would take him to court in a heartbeat
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Many patients travel from United States of America and UK to get low cost of Knee Replacement Surgery-Double in India. One of the most frequently asked questions when considering the cost of Knee Replacement Surgery- Double  is "how much?" and “what is the price of surgery in India?”\n\nOftentimes, patients choose their surgeon on the basis of price. \nThe cost of Knee Replacement Surgery- Double is very affordable in India and costs are much lower when compared to the United States, UK and other countries. However, since the success of your surgery is largely dependent on your choice of surgeon, cost should not be your main consideration for your decision to undergo Knee Replacement - Double surgery in India.\n\nI checked out the website of Forerunners Healthcare –which is the premier most medical tourism company in India offering low cost surgery in India to International Patients. They have served more than 400 International patients from across the globe (specially US and UK) to get low cost affordable surgery in India at the best Hospitals and Medical Institutions. And the general price of the Knee Replacement Surgery- Double is as follows-\n\nThe Cost of Knee Replacement Surgery- Double in India is $ 12,100.\n\nhttp://www.forerunnershealthcare.com\n\nIn India, any licensed medical doctor can perform Knee Replacement Surgery- Double surgery. To avoid unsatisfactory results, it is best to choose a surgeon who has completed an accredited residency-training program in Knee Replacement- Double surgery. He should have extensive experience in the procedure you will undergo. That’s when Forerunners Healthcare come into picture-helping you get the best surgeon for your surgery at the most affordable prices in the best Hospitals of India.\n\nYour surgeon's skill can make all the difference between a good and an average result. Thus, although it is understandable that price is one of the considerations in your choice of surgeon, it is important to remember that the main consideration should be your surgeon's professional qualifications and experience.\n\nBesides that you should look into other issues related to traveling abroad, which is your visa, passport, climate, cultural issues and language barrier. Although language is not a problem in India –as most of the people are well verse in English. But you should make sure that you have a reliable hand holding person to guide you through the various steps of getting medical treatment and surgery in India.\n\nHope this helps.
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Hello,\n\nHere is the link for a website about medical malpractice.\n\nHere is all I could find on worker's compensation.\n\nHope this helps you....................................  : - O
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Trying to find two new knees...
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Hmm, what type of guidelines? Basically when dealing with workers comp, keep all your records and never assume that they are doing something unless you check up on it. Basically, cover yourself. Oh, and good luck!
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You can sue them. In most states workman's comp. is required. If they are really liable they will pay dearly--I would rather pay your bills than have an official find out I didn't have workman's comp.
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I am familiar with NY workers comp. Glad to have the chance to help. \nNY Workers Comp is VERY different than other states.  \n1 - NO - I would NOT return to work without your doctor's release.  Here are some reasons why: \n1 - You may subject yourself to further injury.  \nThe doctor has a reason why he/she has not released you to work yet. \nIn NY, especially for a "whole person" type of injury (back or neck), if you are out of work for longer than 2 years (if I recall), then you may qualify for lifetime benefits!  \nOf course, when you do go back to work, or if your physical limitations improve, the payment rate may be reduced.      \n2 - IF your employer happens to have a specific company policy allowing them to fire you because of a company violation, AND if premature Return To Work is documented, you may be at risk of being fired, and may FORFEIT your entitlement to receive additional TTD benefits. \n\nPlease be careful in your decisions so you do not short-change your entitlement to benefits. \n\nIf you want to view a Forum type discussion visit http://www.Prairielaw.com\nor if you want workers' comp resources try visiting http://www.GettingWorkersComp.com\n   \nGood luck!
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You sound like you got your knee at the same shop my husband got his.  The doctor you need to see to have it evaluated is an Orthopedic Surgeon.   X-rays don't show most of the ails that affect a knee, because most of it involve cartilage or tendons, which don't show up in them.  You could have problems with either the cartilage pad that separates the bones of the upper and lower leg, or a partial ligament tear.  Either of those problems will cause knee pain, immobitility of the joint, swelling, and even the knee to give out and let you hit the deck.   Though I will also tell you that there isn't a lot they can do at the moment if it involves the cartilage.  If it's a ligament tear, that can be repaired surgically.   My husband has a small hole in his cartilage, and a little extra ligament movement, and has a specially fitted brace to wear when it's really giving him fits.  I keep a bag of frozen peas around just for him to use when it swells.  I would bet that you have a similar problem, as his also will snap,crackle and pop, and he actually creaks when he walks.   He takes Motrin for the pain, and wears the brace when the weather turns cold.  Also when he's going to be doing much walking.   We see the Orthopedic Surgeon about once a year to re-evaluate the knees, and for him to decide if it's at the point that surgery would be of benefit to him.  His Orthopedic Surgeon also has two bad knees, and they usually end up comparing noises and clicks.  So I'd say that was your best choice of doctor- Orthopedic Surgeon, and see what he has to say about it.  They may do an arthroscopy to have a look at it, and give you the final diagnosis then, along with your treatment options. They can also fit you for a proper brace then as well.   Good luck, though I hate to tell you knees are real boogers to fix, and fix well.  They make lots of things, but not knees.
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OK I have a BIG history on my knee following a completely torn ACL (that is the ligament that holds the knee together).  I have had 5 knee ops and I don't know how many physio sessions as well as I guess about 1 year using crutches (over a 9 year period).\n\nAs a few people have said go and get referred to a knee specialist (if you are British go to your GP and get him to refer you - if you have Health Insurance ....use it!).\n\nIt is really difficult to judge what you have done from your description - I did hyper extend my during one of my recovery periods following an op and physio resolved the problem.  However what you will probably end up getting is an MRI scan which should show up any damage that you may have done to yourself.  If they cannot see anything they may well send you for physio and see how it goes.  If the problem is shown on the scan then they will almost certainly carry out an arthroscopy on you which uses fibre optics to look inside your knee and see what is going on.  They can solve the problem this way and the operation is simple and recovery is quite quick.\n\nAnyway the basic answer is GO TO YOUR DOCTOR and see from there!!\n\nIf you want check the website below - it is full of sad people with really really bad knee issues - you can get a lot of advice from here!
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I had a total knee replacement in June of 2002 and have had no problems since that time.  In fact, I have OA in various other joints and when I overdo it, the only joint in which there is no pain is in the knee that was replaced!\n\nI really think you should seek a second or third opinion as you really should not be experiencing that kind of pain and those symptoms at this stage.  There may be an underlying low-simmering infection going on.  Or, if you have been very, very active since your surgery there may be excessive wear on the replacement.  In any case, I have never experienced such pain nor did my brother who has had two total knee replacements (10 years ago) or my sister who has had one (5 years ago).  They have other problems but certainly not with their knee replacement.\n\nThe sites below contain much more info on total knee replacement and their potential complications.
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Your state may have a workers' compensation commission - call them.  Ordinarily a claim for compensation is filed with them first.  You should be able to find an attorney that works on a contingency fee (no fee unless you win).\n\nIf you're an employer, contact your workers' comp. insurance carrier.
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Something lower impact. Knees are once in a lifetime.