Legal Question in Workers Comp in California
Returning to light duty work, although still in pain without treatement
I was injuried on the job couple of months ago. I had an x-ray which shows I have a sprain or strain of the cervical spin, degeneration of cervical intervertebral disc. I have difficulty sleeping at night, and I am in a lot of pain. I'm taking Sulindac, Hydrocodone/acetaminophen and Robaxin that does not help with the pain, only makes me sick and drowsy. Workers Comp was denied, although I had a QME appointment, that could over turn that decisssion. Meanwhile my occupational physician is ordering me back to work on light duty for 4 hours a day with only the restrictions of not to extend/flex neck, not to reach above both shoulders or to lift/carry up to 10 pounds. I returned to work in alot of pain, unable to complete work shift or take medications while working or driving. What do I do?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Returning to light duty work, although still in pain without treatement
You need to change your treating physician to another doctor maybe outside of medical provider's network (MPN). Feel free to call us at 213.388.7070.
Re: Returning to light duty work, although still in pain without treatement
Your situation has many serious issues intertwined with one another. Therefore, in direct response to your question, "what do I do?", you should contact me at your most earliest convenience at 1.877.505.INJURY for a free consultation.
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