Legal Question in Workers Comp in California
Therapy?
I opened a work case with a lawyer
last September 2008. I had an
accident while working for a cable
company and fell off the roof of a 2-
story building. Ive been seeing
doctors and have completed X-rays
and other things they have asked
but lately Its been a challenge
making it to physical therapy due to
the fact that i am not driving and ive
been struggling financially. They told
me to go about 3 times a week. So
ill go twice a week, sometimes once
a week and sometimes ill miss 2 full
weeks. Does this affect my case in
any way? Also, I rarely hear from my
lawyer, no calls, no letters, i dont
even know him. What should I do? I
would really appreciate the help.
Thanks
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Therapy?
It sounds like you're in a difficult situation because of your lack of ability to show up to your appointments. The good news is, I do not believe that your inability to show up to all your appointments will substantially impair your case, but for sure, it doesn't help. With that said, when your lawyer requests that you attend certain exams, like an Agreed Medical Evaluator, or a Panel QME, your failure to show could really damage your case.
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