is there any statue of limitations on disbursement of monies when you win a settlement on a workmen comp case?
816128
That isn't how statutes of limitations work.  Statutes of limitations are designed to prevent lawsuits from being brought too long after the alleged wrong has occurred.  For example, if someone assaults you, you can't sue them 20 years later, you have to sue them within the time limit established by the statute of limitations, which varies from state to state.  As you've already initiated a case and seem to have won, the statute of limitations doesn't apply.  \n\nI think what you're asking is if there's a statutorily defined time by which any monies you win in court must be paid by.  The answer is "Probably not", but the losing party will of course be bound to abide by whatever payment schedule is ordered by the court.  You can assume that the court order on this subject is going to comply with the law.  Judges aren't dumb.\n\nIf you're looking to get that money faster, there are companies out there that will buy that equity from you for a smaller lump sum up front.  I don't recommend it, as you wind up with less money than you would if you just waited it out, but you can get the money faster that way.
812128
Yes.\n\nI'm an attorney.\n\nIf you are suing the supervisor civilly, your attorney should have already told you to 'join' the employer as well in the suit.  If the current case is criminal, you can use the criminal conviction to help you in the civil case later.\n\nNow, be careful, because if he is found not guilty in the civil case, HE will use it in the civil case.  The standard of proof is easier in a civil case, so losing in criminal court does not mean you will lose in civil court, but you should keep it in mind.  Its kind of like the OJ case.  He was found not guilty in criminal court, but was found guilty in civil court, for essentially the same act.\n\nContact a lawyer in your state.  If its in the DC area, or CA, you can contact me if you need help finding someone.\n\nYou do not want to let this go!.  YOU MUST ADD THE EMPLOYER.  You sue them 'jointly and severally.'  That way whatever judgment you get, you can seek to recover from either party.  If you sue him and win say $5,000 and he doesn't have it you may never get your money.  By then it will be too late to add the employer because the case will already be over - 'adjudicated.'
806081
Seek advice from the person (solicitor?) who assisted you in the compensation claim.\n\nAlthough you may be able to obtain judgment against them for non-payment of the compensation actually getting the money out of them might be a different story.\n\nI don't think that the previous comment about the Chief Executive going to prison is correct - this is not a criminal but a civil case.
895514
The courts just said you win . Its your job to collect the money. Some states let you garnish wages . If he owns anything of value you maybe able to put a lien on it . I know its not much help. Call a local lawyer and ask them over the phone , they will talk briefly with you for free.
447192
Yes you have a lawsuit. Don't accept any workers compensation checks or you will lose your rights. Get a lawer now.
485915
In a small claims court, you are limited on the things you can do.  One is try to put a lien on any of his property until he pays, or try to go back to court and liquidate his assests.  Another thing you can do is report to the credit bureau's that there is an unsatisfied judgement against him.  This will keep him in financial hurt for loans, credit (personal and business), renting, etc..  But you will have to renew the report every 6-12 months.  Also, you can see if you can get an garnishment against future employment.   That is about it.  Oh there is one other possibility, but not for sure it will work.  You can go to some of these collection companies and see if you can get them to try to collect for you but they cost lots of $$$$$.
409211
Well, I am sure they have a time limit, although I doubt it is what you'd want to hear. Probably at least ninety days? \nThe losing opponent will have to send the payment to your lawyer who will then put the check into a "trust" account, or some such crap, and then divvy up the proceeds, themselves first, of course, then any fees, doctors with liens, and last of all, you.  I would have you call your attorney and ask these questions.  Get what you paid in fatigue and pain for, answers and monetary compensation. Don't let them blow you off or make you sound greedy, it is your right to ask and their job to answer. End o' story.  Good luck with the timing.
175676
Ithought workmen's comp was a govt program or insurance the govt make your employer carry.Look up attorneys in your area.
324229
Is it past the statute of limitations on verbal agreements in your state. If not you probably could win at least part of it but than you have to figure out how you are going to collect it. It is not the duty of the court to make him pay you.
961802
It depends.  If you signed an employment contract with them that said they could do that then yes, they can.  It also depends on the state that you are in and the job that you were doing and why you owed them money.  Sometimes attorneys will answer a few questions for free over the phone or have you pay a small consultation fee to meet with them.  If it is a significant amount of money I would recommend talking to an attorney.  Remember Paralegals cannot give legal advice.
693453
More info required, before even a comment could be offered. Suggest you refer a good attorney, a.s.a.p., like maybe yesterday, so that the statuate of limitations, if applicable in your case does not come into force\n\nst/
218787
You have 5 years to settle a claim.
587983
It depends on how much money is involved.  a friend of mine has a lawsuit going and its been two years already
415064
You are not "entitled" to any kind of settlement.  You are entitled to sue for damages.  If you and the employer decide to avoid the expense of going before a judge, you can ask for anything you want, however, the employer can say "screw you, sue me".  It just depends who blinks first.\n\nPractically speaking, though, it is usually based on the percentage of disability and what other, similar claims have settled for in your area.
210321
It depends on whether or not you signed off on some type of settlement.  If you did indeed settle then the answer to your question is no.  However, if no final settlement was reached then the case might still be open and they will be liable for your expenses.
728158
NO. They can't expect to collect twice.  They have to prove damages.  If they have been paid there are no damages, or damages are $0.  Go to court and ask they prove their damages and you prove they were not damaged at all and aske for all your court costs.
887498
They can't avoid paying workman's comp if you are an employee of their company.\n\nYou are not necessarily entitled to severance pay (that is up to the company), but you can pick up unemployment.\n\nIf you made a deal for 1% of the company, you should have gotten that in writing.  However, a verbal agreement is just as binding.  For this, you will need to hire a lawyer and it will mostly be your word against theirs.