Legal Question in Workers Comp in Pennsylvania

back injury

been on comp for allmost a year.Have had no problem getting paid.But the last time i talked to the guy handeling my claim he mentioned something about a pay out.What is he talking about.


Asked on 7/09/07, 9:05 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

John Gibson John W. Gibson, Esquire

Re: back injury

He's talking about a compromise and release or C&R. They used to be called "commutations" but the insurance companies now insist on C&Rs because they've put in a standard provision stating that they are not responsible for medical payments after paying the amount of the settlement.

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Answered on 7/09/07, 3:20 pm


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