Legal Question in Workers Comp in California
Work Comp after Carpal Tunnel Surgery
I recenly had Bi-lateral carpal tunnel surgery.I did not file workers comp.Now that my doctor has released me to work part time I am finding I cant do my job anymore.Can I file work comp now?
Asked on 10/20/03, 4:54 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Alden Knisbacher
knisbacher law offices
Re: Work Comp after Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Yes. The employer is also required to engage in a meaningful process with you to determine whether your job can be modified in some way, so that you can work, including whether typing can be eliminated, you can be transferred into other positions and the like.
Answered on 10/22/03, 9:49 am