If I'm at work while on Y!A, and I bust a gut laughing, can I file workman's comp for the emergency surgery?
960471
nope, but good luck trying
1109876
It was an ACCIDENT! Let me know where you work. I'd like to contact your boss and ask him to fire you the next time you make a mistake. You'll be gone by the end of the week! It requires intent for it to be a crime. Sorry if I went over your head there.
4575
For me it would depend on how much I like my job... If I wouldn't mind too much having to leave because of the tension caused by filing suit, I'd go to HR and a lawyer... If I really loved my job, I'd try first going to my boss and telling him that I know he's uncomfortable with what happened and that I am ,too, but that it's not fair to be treating me differently because I accidentally happened upon HIS indescretion....he may not even realize he's being a jerk. (To be on the safe side, tape this conversation without telling him, so if it's needed, you have proof of your side of the story for HR, if he apologises and stops being a jerk to you, you can always destroy the tape)
254433
herniated disc 10-12-01. GET A LAWYER! the fact the injury happened on the job is the real issue, not weather or not you are working there now. If wc paid once they will continue until your doctor releases you. If you need surgery find as much about the surgeon as possible. Alot of times ins companies give you to the lowest bidder so be careful. Keep in touch if you need anything, I'm on messenger. Its good to know that you did report it, and start treatment. Chris 26 m GA
1095457
I've been injured on the job twice.\nI had a really bad time filing a claim.  The first doctor said I wasn't hurt and tried loading me up on pain pills.  I saw him twice, complained to my workplace and went to another doctor.  She was great!  She was very professional and gave me a disablility percentage rating.  After my workplace found out I was entitled to a lump sum for my injuries they flipped out and ordered me to have a second opinion.  The doc saw me, confirmed what the previous physician had diagnosed, and told me he didn't understand why I needed a second opinion.  Although I made about $3,400 bucks, I wouldn't say it was worth it for the injury I received to my back.  Long story short, expect to be playing LOTS of games with people.  If they try bulling you, find a Workers Compensation or Injury lawyer to deal with your case.\n\nGood luck!
68611
Worker's Comp covers only injuries from on-the-job work or (in some cases) on-the-job situations that has exasperated a current injury.\n\nDo not file a claim on something you think MAY happen.  All claims are marked and if something does actually happen on the job, a good WC coordinator will look up any past claims you've made.  You do not want to be flagged as a WC "player".\n\nIf you think the injury is caused at work, file first, see the Doc after, UNLESS it is a very dangerous injury.\n\n(As a side note, your injury does NOT have to be so severe it stops you from work.  WC also covers Dr. visits, even if they do not lead to light duty or termination of work)
477303
No you would not because it is correctable through surgery. Infact, there are some wonderful new procedures that can be done 'outpatient'. Infact, you can get up and walk immediately afterwards and can even go back to work the next day.
787822
Find someone else.  I was on that ladder and bumped my head and now I'm in the emergency room trying to get all patched up.  Now if that cute little red-headed nurse will just kiss my boo-boo  and make it all better...;)
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Do NOT waste time thinking of "Appealing" the adjuster's decision. That will only allow more time to pass.   I would request a Hearing. \nAS LONG AS your settlement is NOT a full compromise (where you surrender future benefits), THEN you should STILL be entitled to your medical benefits (unless your state stops your medical benefits after you reach MMI because you were rated).\nAsk your attorney to petition for a Hearing.  I do not know how badly you need the surgery.  IF you are in a lot of pain, then you / your attorney could request an EMERGENCY HEARING.   \nIt appears that your surgery was ALREADY APPROVED BEFORE?  THEN the adjuster withdrew the approval?  \nIf so, this may ALSO be a basis for a Bad Faith lawsuit.  \nSure wish I knew what state your claim is in.  You can also contact  the State Workers Comp Board.  Ask if they have an Ombudsman.  The Ombudsman's job is to help guide Injured Workers. (They cannot give legal advice tho'). \n\nIf you want to check out a Forum type discussion panel that is hosted by attorneys, check out http://www.Prairielaw.com\n\nIf you want to check out workers comp resources, then check out http://www.GettingWorkersComp.com\nGood luck.
779685
Hey Chente that was so funny.....First laugh I had of the day.....Oh Oh somebody is going to actually have to work if they send the work force home..... that is one small detail they that didn't think about....LOL
330574
They are legally required to provide you with a safe work place take the records that you have from the injury call the equivilant to your labour relations board or workers compenstation board (you might just find out they have a huge file on the company already).  If they try to fire you from your job even better with a lawyer you can take them to court for the lack of a safe work enviroment and then for lost wages and future lost wages.  If they arent going to look out for your safety without the threat of legal action do you really want to keep working for them anyway?
638481
lmao: laughing my a$$ off
784542
It was an accident.  File it under insurance.
870447
The answer is "Depends".\n\nIf you are released from your job, you should be eligible for unemployment benefits. However, when there is an accident involved, it is whether you would go on disability (either short term or long term, I dont know the nature of your injuries). Are you able to return to work in any capacity? If not, then it would most likely be a disability or workman's compensation claim. I dont know what state you are in, but it would depend on the laws involved.
485746
You probably are a horrible employee, so no.\n\nYou can't sue an employer for your own incompetence.
264501
I'm unaware of any laws that restrict lowering pay for a non work related injury. You could go on disability (would probably pay more than half) if your doctor stated that you could not do your work. Im no expert , just a field of interest(workers rights)
1119178
This situation depends on your contract with your employer.  Usually it is spelled out. Understand that if you are under doctors orders to stay home, and they insist you work, and something bad happens....that creates a tort.  You could sue them and win.\n\nSo, to prevent this from happening, various employers have strict rules about this sort of thing.  Most will not allow employees to work if they don't have medical clearance (ie a doctor says its not ok to work there).  Ask your boss's boss.  Likely, your boss is doing something against company policy.