Legal Question in Workers Comp in Missouri

Should I get any benefits from wc. And should I get a lawyer?

Hi I got hurt on job in Aug. 06 and made report of both shoulders.Wc Dr. put me on light duty for impengment and rotator cuff strain.Ime Dr. confirms and recomends injs.But this was 2 weeks ago.The Ins.co doesnt know anything and my boss has laid me off for 2weeks so far.My boss said he had no work for me till posibly mid Nov.What can do? what should I do? and what am I entitled to?


Asked on 11/06/06, 12:36 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Rian Ankerholz Ankerholz and Smith

Re: Should I get any benefits from wc. And should I get a lawyer?

If your employer is now refusing to accommodate your light duty restriction, you will need to request a hardship hearing to obtain weekly compensation. You should contact an attorney to make a demand for medical treatment if injections have been ordered and are not being provided.

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Answered on 11/06/06, 2:04 pm
Michael R. Nack Michael R. Nack, Attorney at Law

Re: Should I get any benefits from wc. And should I get a lawyer?

With that type of injury and the other facts you describe there is no doubt that you need a good worker's compensation attorney to represent you. Attorneys who work in this area do not charge you any money out of pocket for their fees. Instead, their fees are paid out of the lump sum settlement or recovery that they get for you. I happen to know one of the very best attorneys in Missouri in these cases, and I would be happy to refer you if you will call me at the office.

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Answered on 11/07/06, 12:23 am


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