Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

2 level fusion

I was injured @ work and had 2 level fusion C4-C5 C5-C6,after the surgery i experience a numbness on my right hand and weakness i cant even grab anything and used my hand,also i have low back pain numbness on my left leg.Anyway, after almost a year of ot and pt my doctor release me and given a restriction that i can only do 35 to 45 lbs of work (by the way i was a storekeeper and my job is required up to 100 lbs of lifting) i also have QME report saying that he wants me to continue my treatment until my MMI be reach.I'm now back to 8 hrs of work and i dont know if i still have job if my boss recived my doc report.my old job is been taken by someone that i train before i left for surgery.At this time i still have problem with my neck,right arm and my low back, i had also epedural injection last Dec 18 and i still have pain and numbness on my left leg.If my department cannot find me a job will they lay me off?My work status certificate said Voc Rehab and P&S with future medical.I was worried pls advise thanks.


Asked on 1/02/09, 2:05 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph La Costa Joseph La Costa, Attorney at Law

Re: 2 level fusion

Your matter is very complex and you should get an attorney. If you are located in Orange, San Diego or Imperial counties, you can email me your contact info, so we can discuss your particular situation. There is no charge for consultation.

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Answered on 1/07/09, 2:57 pm
ARMAN MOHEBAN LAW OFFICES OF ARMAN MOHEBAN

Re: 2 level fusion

You have serious injuries and depending on the nature of your work, you may have restrictions permanently. So if your employer can't accommodate, you may have to get another type of work. You are entitled to a settlement for permanent disability and future care per recommendations of the QME report. You are also entitled to vocational rehabilitation. Please call us 213.388.7070 for a free consultation about your case.

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Answered on 1/07/09, 3:22 pm
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: 2 level fusion

That serious injury calls for an attorney to handle your workers compensation claim. Many issues will arise which likely will include a medicare set-asside agreement. Contact me directly.

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Answered on 1/07/09, 6:01 pm


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