Should I get an attorney for workers comp?
I have been at mmi for about 6 months. During that time, I have gone to another therapy doctor, I am paying for it because I do not like to be in pain all the time.
I was supposed to be getting medication for the last six months but the insurance comp told me to see the doctor and the doctor said I have been released and that I need to contact the insurance company.
Needless to say, with the restrictions I have because of the impairment rating, I am finding it impossible to find a job.
I do get workers comp monthly, for a year, for my back, but the doctor told me the pain will never go away…I am not sure what to do.
Would an attorney help me any with this?
I live in Colorado and the laws are rather confusing.
Published by: Admin on October 8th, 2009 | Filed under Workers Comp Attorneys
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October 3rd, 2009 at 10:25 am
First, let me say that I understand that this must be a difficult time for you. I hope you are able to get through this tough time with the support of friends and family.
I am not sure if an attorney can help since there are no real legal issues.
1.) It appears the insurance carrier is currently paying benefits based on the permanent disability level. If they were not sending you checks, then maybe it is worth getting legal representation, but that is not the case here.
2.) You are not getting your medication, which is awful. However, it is the law that medication cannot be dispensed without a signed doctor prescription slip. If the doctor does not sign a new slip for a re-fill, what can the insurance or even an attorney can do? It is out of their control. Ask the carrier to see if you can change doctors and get a new re-fill notice with the new physician.
3.) You are unable to find a job due to the limitations from your injuries. That is tough. There isn’t anything an attorney can do to force an employer to hire you. Ask the carrier if there is any vocational rehab or retraining program that you are eligible for. Hopefully, the economy and market will pick up, which will create more jobs and opportunity.
4.) The doctor tells you the pain will never go away. Unfortunately, Mbrcatz is correct. You don’t get pain & suffering compensation, under workers comp. Hopefully some of the treatment provisions and future medical can help relieve some of the pain.
Good luck