Every applicant should watch this video... every freshman workers' comp. lawyer should as well.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment! I appreciate that, Alexander Napolin.

@themultiverse5447

Ай бұрын

Every applicant or lawyer should also be say, past 4th grade or so though, so: there's better info out there. @alexandernpolin bot

Thanks for this. My lawyer sucks. He didn't give me nearly as much input as you have in this video and we're already at the point of me deciding whether to settle or not.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

No problem frannybkranny - thanks for the comment. While I'm only a Florida Workers' Compensation Attorney and can't speak too much outside the Sunshine State, I would hope that more lawyers could refocus and spend that extra time with their clients. I'm sorry you've had a less than pleasant experience. Let me know if you have any further questions.

@annieblancas3209

3 жыл бұрын

Don’t let them pressure to settle like how I was told there it no other option but to settle. Do your research you injury may get worse as how mine is you might need more treatment just an advice I wish someone had told me

@virtualreality512

2 жыл бұрын

Never accept the 1st offer, because it will be a low ball offer. You cam counter offer with higher demand. Good Luck!

GREAT EXPLANATION! Thank you for sharing. Very thoughtful and detailed.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment. I pride myself in taking time with my clients here in Florida to make sure they have all their questions answered thoroughly.

@hithere3609

3 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros This is very helpful for you as well as your clients. So they know what to expect. I wish there were more videos like this but in UTAH?

I think its best to settle to keep your medical open for the rest of your life pertaining to your injury...its baffeling how big companies always want to buy out while only offering a small amount that won't even cover your future surgery if you need it...

Very professional video and very informative! Please make more you will be sure to get lots of views.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, @Josh Johnson. I appreciate the feedback. More is definitely coming!

Good, detail and worker comp processes explained

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Pat Le. I appreciate that. I can honestly say, I love what I do! While I practice in Florida, I would hope that other lawyers take the time to explain things like this to their clients.

Very helpful information, thanks.

Amazing information 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

Thank you ❤

I wish my attorney could have broken this down so concisely like you did. I feel, and thats really the issue. I feel I “deserve” more compensation, 56 y/o, 2 neck fusion surgeries, and a hip replacement. But realizing that the settlement is based on potential “exposure” explains a lot. Too, I was misinformed about the “uses” of a MSA. Can’t be spent as you need it, needs yearly accountability. If not you could loose you Medicare benefits

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry you sustained those injuries and for the experience you had. My videos only pertain to Florida workers’ comp cases as that’s all I handle. That said, if your case was a Florida case, your distinction between what you feel you deserve versus the exposure on the case is exactly the thing most clients need explained to them from the outset so they go into their case with eyes wide open. It’s a hard thing to accept (that workers’ comp really only pays based on what their exposure is) and I find clients need time to absorb that information and let it sink in. Wishing you all the best moving forward.

Good information about WC settlement and court.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Glad you found it informative.

Great informative video!

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Happy holidays!

Great information

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

@Mm662 Moseley thanks so much for the comment! My hope is that other attorneys, outside of Florida, are taking their time with clients to provide information like this as well.

I'm going through his now, I have and torn tendons in both elbows, we had mediation today, I told my lawyer I do not want to settle because my next step is surgery.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you get the surgeries you need and wish you a complete and speedy recovery.

Thank you. Wow amazing attourny don't explain much

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Best of luck to you and take care.

I keep hearing that 99% of cases settle. I’ve been dealing with an SI joint issue and found more problems with my X-rays last week that my chiro found and my work comp doctor wouldn’t even look at. He just wanted me to get the injection that took 5 months to approve. It’s been almost 9 months and I’m curious why they are not trying to get rid of me? The mental and emotional toll this had taken on me is crazy! What are the main reasons they don’t offer to settle? In general? Im not in FL. I talk to my attorney today, but I’m starting to feel like another number in such a broken system. Is it stupid to say you just sent to settle? I’m not settling with no medical, tho. I think I’m just ranting bc it’s so frustrating and I never had any idea what a nightmare this is. Thanks for the video! Appreciate it. 🙏🏼

Great video and very helpful. 👍👍👍This is just a general question and I will be contacting an local attorney here. In my case I was injured by a coworker playing a unknown prank against me by yelling in my ear. Is he and my company liable for his actions in the state of Oregon?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I am only licensed in and handle Florida workers’ compensation cases. In Florida, as long as you were in the course and scope of your employment, doing your normal work activities and that happened resuming in an injury to you, I think it would be compensable. I’m glad you found the video helpful and hope you can find a local attorney who can help make sure you are treated fairly.

Are you able to represent individuals in Louisiana receiving Workers Comp? I was asked by my adjuster if I wanted to settle, not sure what would be a good settlement offer :(

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, no. I only handle Florida workers’ compensation cases. Wishing you all the best.

I’m in Utah with a lower back injury didn’t know how any of this process works so I filed with the labor commissioner, im 2-3months along now I was wondering for filing WC is it better too hire & attorney or labor commissioner

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been injured. We only handle FL workers’ comp claims so I cannot provide you with an my advice. We wish you the best of luck.

Hows it going I got injured at work and got surgery on my right foot its been a month and I'm not allowed to drive yet my work called me today and said they have work for me but cannot get me a ride to work I have to be siting down 95 %of the time and can only stand for 10 min a hour should I not go to work will I get fired if I don't show up

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

I can understand your concern, Justthejuan. While I can't provide legal advice outside of Florida, I would encourage you to find legal representation in your area to assist you through your injury. I hope you continue to heal quickly.

how can i find out what my case exposure is by the defense? have a lawyer but he is keeping me in the dark-- this exposure is my case value correct? Well i have 3ea. workers comp injuries with different injury dates--how will this settle?(global?) I"m in california, but trying to get some details that my lawyer is not giving me at this time--( learned my lesson about hiring( he was refferred to me) a shady lawyer .

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I only handle Florida work comp cases and don’t have a personal relationship with a CA attorney unfortunately. Exposure is what the settlement value is based on. In FL, at least, the insurance company will typically pay 40-60% of the exposure on the case. You need to calculate what the insurance company is going to “likely” pay for continued benefits if the cases stay open and don’t settle. You may want to consider demanding an in person meeting with your lawyer and if you’re not satisfied after that, consider hiring a new one. Wishing you all the best.

What if you feel like your lawyer wasn’t really doing his job as far as your health and kind of just told you to settle because your case will take to long if I don’t ? I feel like my lawyer didn’t do his job and just wanted his money

@sbthedon6677

3 жыл бұрын

Crazy i feel the opposite insurance company wants to settle but lawyer still hasn’t got a offer which has me confused

@MekaToure

3 жыл бұрын

@@sbthedon6677 not mines. He told me to settle if not I can be going at it for years. Plus he never called me I always had to call him and he never asked if I was still in pain. I’m still having pains and new pains are occurring I was told both my doctors and none of them really took me serious. They told me people are born like this! Umm but I wasn’t. If I had to give anyone advice going through Worker’s Comp. wait a year and make sure you’re all the way healed and get the full max amount. And find a lawyer who cares about you!!!

@sbthedon6677

3 жыл бұрын

@@MekaToure see I’m in it a year in a half I have the same issues always having to call him , but it’s crazy to me insurance company wants to settle but he can’t get a offer and I’m already maxed healed and permanently disabled finger but I’m just waiting , hope everything goes well with you though .

@MekaToure

3 жыл бұрын

@@sbthedon6677 see yeah then it’s time for you to settle. If you feel like you want to and your ready to settle. But make sure it’s a good settlement make sure the medical payout is a good amount. Don’t forget it’s your medical pay plus the pay for the damage. The medical pay is so that way they don’t have to keep you on their insurance every month and there just paying you out. And the other half would be for the pain that you went through and the damages that are occurring to you. So just tell your lawyer how you know I’m ready to settle and if you can’t help me then I had to get another lawyer. Don’t don’t forget just because we’re not paying them up front that doesn’t give them the right to put us in the back burner versus the people who pay upfront. Either way they’re still getting their money.

@sbthedon6677

3 жыл бұрын

@@MekaToure thanks definitely taking this into consideration I think I can settle but my lawyer has me on the back hold

I wish I would have seen this 🤦🏻‍♀️

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry you didn’t too. That said, this would only apply to Florida workers’ compensation claims so if you had a situation in another state or a federal claim, it wouldn’t necessarily apply to those situations. Take care. Thanks for watching.

28 years old. Lost 4 fingers at no fault of my own, in the state of NJ. Any rough estimate for me?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry to hear about your injuries. I really can’t give you any advice if it’s a NJ claim. My advice would be to look for a small firm that specializes in workers’ compensation in NJ. You will get better, more individualized service. In FL, fault is irrelevant as long as you didn’t intend to hurt yourself and value from a settlement perspective would be based on what the insurance company would have to pay in the future for lost wages and medical treatment because of your accident. Hope you can have the best recovery possible sir.

I have been receiving the worker comp for 4 years now and still receive each month. I don’t have lawyer and I have had 2 surgeries and my doctor recommends me to have another surgery but I don’t want to. My insurance is ok for the surgery but that is all up to me. My insurance ) worker comp) have never mention anything about settlement. Sometime I want to settle and move on with my life. Should I call them and tell them I want to settle? I receive $2800 per month for almost 4 years now. Thanks

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment. Is this a Florida workers’ compensation claim? If so, I’d be happy to talk with you about your case so please contact my office. If not, I’d recommend you seek an attorney in your local area who can help you accomplish the best possible settlement.

@LongHoang-gj6kt

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros Texas

@generaldegree1732

Жыл бұрын

Texas can’t have lawyers in worker’s comp

what if my employer was paying me under the table and doesn't have workers comp is it in my interest to settle?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

It’s really too difficult to give legal advice based on such limited information and this isn’t the proper forum for that. If this is a Florida workers’ compensation case, please feel free to contact us for a free consultation. That said, your question asks about really two issues: (1) the impact of being paid under the table and (2) the impact of the employer not having workers’ comp insurance. This is some general information about those issues. Being paid under the table is not the end of the world for a Florida work comp case. It may make it more difficult to show your wages earned prior to the accident for use in determining how much you get paid while on work comp but that can still be done based on testimony from you and an employer representative. If the employer had 4 or more employees, in Florida, they would be required to have comp coverage. If they didn’t, you could hold them responsible for your benefits but they could potentially just file bankruptcy. In certain circumstances (typically in the construction industry where they have to have coverage if there is even one employee), there could be another company who would be considered your “statutory employer” and their coverage may cover your accident.

My attorney never explain this to me and I never met him! He never had a zoom appointment wow . I am still suffering and attorney I don’t know what to say about him.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

We’re sorry that you are not satisfied with your current attorney but we hope you found our videos informative and helpful.

So I lost a finger due to my employer’s negligence (no sop or safety loto procedure) they did pay for my medical bills and they told me they would send me a check of 1700 compensation for the week I was off. The question is, is that the settlement you’re talking about or is there a different comp? My lawyer told me that I can’t sue my employer as long as they paid for my medical bills and give me the comp? But what about me losing a whole finger?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I only handle FL claims. Assuming this is a FL claim you are asking about, what you were told about suing your employer is unfortunately correct. When you are injured at work in FL, you are entitled to workers comp benefits (medical and lost wages) but you cannot sue your employer for negligence. This means there is nothing you can receive for pain and suffering/loss of enjoyment of life etc. whether what you receive is a settlement I really cannot say but it is unlikely. In FL if you were paid a settlement, you would have had to complete settlement documents and a Judge would have to approve the amount of your settlement going to your attorney for fees and costs and the amount being deducted from your settlement for child support obligations (if any). Sorry for your situation. Hope this answers your questions.

@rushdaa1840

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros thank you I’m from Iowa and I can’t fill out any documents and my employer didn’t talk to me about the situation they just told me they would pay me for the week I was off (6 weeks later still haven’t received the check) Do you know any works comp lawyer from iowa that you would refer to me? Thank you btw

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Sadly, I do not. However, if there is a state bar association, they may be able to refer you to someone. These kinds of delays are exactly why people seek out the assistance of lawyers. Best of luck to you.

@rushdaa1840

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros thank you so much

10 out of 10 on the video

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the feedback!

What if the insurance company wants to settle but my lawyer says they haven’t offered does that make sense ?

@jerryflores1494

3 жыл бұрын

I’m in the same situation buddy I need answers also

@sbthedon6677

3 жыл бұрын

@@jerryflores1494 my lawyer told me the other days it depends on injury since mine is severe takes a little longer and wants to make sure it’s the right amount , have you have the insurance company how much your getting payed did it recently and my lawyer said that one of the finals steps

@GonzalezLawEmpower

3 жыл бұрын

@@jerryflores1494 You should ask your attorney to file for a mandatory settlement conference. That usually will stimulate a settlement offer. The other thing you can do is give an opening settlement demand. To start the process.

@GonzalezLawEmpower

3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes for higher amounts, it requires higher level approval within the insurance company, which can delay. Or depending on their policy, sometimes the employer themselves has to approve settlement which can also delay offers.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

@Sb TheDon First, I need to tell you that we only practice in Florida so my answer is based on how things are handled in Florida workers’ compensation cases. Typically, if you want to settle your case, your attorney should be providing you with an evaluation of what your case is worth as well as a recommendation for what you should provide as your initial demand. Sometimes, insurance companies do make settlement offers without there being a demand made. However, more often than not, settlement negotiation start with a demand being made by the injured worker‘s attorney. In Florida, settlement is voluntary; meaning that if one side (whether it’s the injured worker or the employer/insurance company) doesn’t want to settle, the case cannot be settled. A Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) in Florida does not have the power/ability to settle a case. The only thing the JCC can do is make determinations about whether you had an accident, whether you sustained injuries, whether the insurance company is responsible for those injuries and thus what treatment they have to provide you with, whether you have been paid for all of the periods you’re entitled to be paid for and whether they paid you at the correct rate. If you settle a case while not being represented, there are some things the Judge has to do to approve a settlement and if you are represented when a case is settled the Judge has to approve the amount of attorney’s fees, costs and child support being deducted from your settlement. If the insurance company truly wants to settle the case but hasn’t offered anything, this could be because they are waiting on what we call authority (money) to be allocated for settlement of your claim. Sometimes, this comes from the insurance adjuster’s supervisor and sometimes it comes from the employer. I would honestly just be guessing if I tried to answer your question. That said, if you were injured in Florida and would like a free consultation to discuss the specific facts of your case, please feel free to contact us to schedule a consult. Every case is different and every state has different workers’ compensation laws. We only handle Florida cases and therefore would only be able to help if this is a Florida workers’ compensation case. Regardless, we’re sorry to hear how much you’ve suffered and the poor experience you’ve had with your attorney. Let us know if we can help.

I had my work accident 08/2011 I had 3 surgeries all ready I spent most of the time in bed. My attorney told me on the day how much he was asking he never mentioned money before asking me if I was ok with that amount. I am soo confused I am in Maryland anyone can give a consultation please.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

I'm so sorry to hear that. While I only practice in Florida, I can try to make a recommendation of a lawyer who is more like me in your area.

@davidharcot220

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros where did you get it from Sandra

I’m seeing the QME Dr. tomorrow on my back injury (bulging disk) here in California. If I keep the claim open and don’t settle will I still continue to get the bi-weekly checks from workers comp or do those end since we are at 2 years?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I can’t answer that question for you. I’m only licensed in Florida and only handle Florida workers’ compensation cases. Best of luck to you in your recovery and your case.

@tariqmsk6541

2 жыл бұрын

The work comp paid me only 9 months then i had to apply for edd sdi through the doctor because wc stopped paying me. now it depends on the doctor how long will they approve you till they treat u, also after 9 months i had to request for an extention for sdi because im still not back at work which is still pending!!! but dr had approved it. Too much going on my work comp wont even approve my pt for almost 10 months. 7/2020 to 3/30/2021 wc pay 4/1/2021 to 12/31/2021 sdi edd 1/2022 to 4/30/2022 extention filed still pending next dont know may be ill file for Ssdi if im still not back at work. also make an account with edd sdi later if wc stop paying u and you will see how much you are approved for sdi and the remaining thats how i found it and i ask for an extention. But this was my case im not sure how your case is so ask for advice from attorney if your situation is different. get well soon

@cencoast_7.340

2 жыл бұрын

@@tariqmsk6541 Really appreciate the input. So WC did stop paying me (reached the 104 week max) so I filled out the online form for SDI. Waiting to hear back from them but it sounds like my Dr. has to send it paperwork? My lawyer didn’t mention SDI until I heard about it online. My fear is the Dr. won’t want to do the paperwork and I won’t be getting anything.

@tariqmsk6541

2 жыл бұрын

@@cencoast_7.340 SDI is state disability from EDD and you will need to tell your dr that you will be filling for SDI because wc stop paying you. As long as u r being treated by the dr and u r not able to go to work they have to fill the forms for you. All u have to do is let them the dr know and u have to get the SDI papers from the EDD OFFICE or sometimes the drs have them they will charge u may be $25 to fill n then u input your info n send them. But make sure you have SDI account created on edd website. It does take time for SDI to be approved but keep logging in and check for emails on edd account. Always keep receipt when sending to the forms to edd office I usually send certified mail. My case is after my QME they offered me almost no money probably can’t even buy a salvage car because I don’t have a lawyer. But if my SDI runs out n if I’m still under dr care I will apply for ssdi from social security.

I’m in Mississippi any lawyer recommendations for wrkmens comp

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for asking. I wish I knew someone in that state but I do not. Wishing you all the best in your recovery and your case.

@randallowens271

Жыл бұрын

I’m in Mississippi I have a lawyer contact me

I’m from chicago & I work in law enforcement. I was attacked by an arrestee april 20. I was fingerprinting the prisoner & he sucker punch me. I suffered a broken upper jaw, missing front tooth, my upper lip was split in half & my teeth next to my front tooth that was knocked out was knocked out of alignment. After I was attacked I put my front tooth in the garbage can & I proceeded to take the offender down while my partner stood by & watch. I was told by the dentist that even though I put my tooth in my pocket I’ll probably lose it. I told them to put it back in my head which they did after stitching my lip back together. The attack was caught on video. What do you think I should do? So, far Workmanscomp has spent $26,000. I was told I’m probably gonna need implants. 2 to be exact…

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

If you were working in Chicago when this happened, I won’t be able to give you any advice as each state has different workers’ compensation laws and I am only licensed in Florida. If your accident happened in Florida, give us a call at (407) 531-8477. Either way, I’m sorry for what you’ve been through and wish you all the best.

@everleysimone3832

6 ай бұрын

What compensation did you receive in the end? I’m researching for a similar situation, my fiancé is an officer in Chicago and got injured on the job. Trying to figure out what he should be getting in comp and if he should settle

Good morning I have a Trumatic brain injury and Now they wanted me to do a job search then the lawyer called me and asked me do I wanna have a lump sum settlement also I am on Social Security disability so I destroy still quite explain anything to me this is what insurance New York State fun insurance off of me as they doing at work search so I really don’t understand what’s going on on

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

Жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear about your injury. We only handle Florida workers’ compensation cases. Sounds like this is a NY case. If so, we won’t be able to help you. Best wishes.

But say if someone had a lung injury that was work related, wouldn't they have to settle after they reach MMI for so many weeks of payments?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

If you are talking about a Florida workers’ compensation case, you never HAVE TO settle your case. When you reach MMI, your doctor will indicate whether you have a permanent impairment rating or not. If you have a permanent impairment rating above a 0%, you will be entitled to a certain number of weeks of what we call impairment income benefits. However, that isn’t a settlement. Those are benefits you are entitled to because of your permanent impairment rating.

@dudleydorite7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros yeah I'm in nys and things are different up here. I believe the way it works up here is that if someone has lung disease or asthma or such. It's a non schedule workers compensation claim. But it goes by impairment rating the worse you are the more weeks you get 2/3 your pay only. But I believe that when those weeks are done you are done. I don't think they offer a separate settlement on top of that

@dudleydorite7678

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros nice video

So I've been out since Feb of 2020. Had to get my back fused and a new left hip as a result of working injured and favoring a side. I often had to be able to lift 50-100 lbs and sometimes in akward positions. The WC insurance denied my claim and is still denying it. My court hearing was canceled and I can't get any info as to why from my attorney. I don't blame it on my employer as that is why they have to get Worker's Comp insurance. But I understand their (WC) job is to deny, deny at almost all costs. I've been going through all of this for over a year so far. I don't think I'm going to get anything and I live in California.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

I feel your frustration, sptt. I'm sorry to hear that you're getting the run around on your Workers' Comp claim. As an Attorney practicing in Florida I cannot be of much help to you in California, however, I do hope that are able to find some representation to help you through this trying and tough time. Let me know if you have any further questions.

@TheFrenchPug

3 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros i appreciate your response. I played for the Astros in the late 80s, early 90s. Our Spring Training was in Kissimmee. I love Florida especially your governor. Well, the good news for me now is at least I got SSDI and LTD for now. Staying on it I hear is another thing :) Best Wishes!

If I settle Can I still work for the same company?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

In FL, settlement of a workers’ comp claim typically requires you to sign what we call a General Release which usually states you give up your right to ever work for the company again.

So...what happened if I accepted agreement advise settlement from my lawyer and they promise you" as soon as you resign your job you will recieved immediately an advance check" And the next check or final one you will recieved from 6- 8 weeks ( final check ) And you never received Or still waiting the promise ( fake promise) ? Where do I complain and why this happen I'm not happy with my counsel in my case. And NOW you LOST JOB You are HURT And NOBODY response to you!!!

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Oh no! @Diaz Miranda, I'm sorry to see the stuggles you are facing with your representation. While I can only practice in Florida, I am saddened that there are attorneys out there taking advantage of people, making matters worse. I hope you are able to get some answers!

I broke my pinky at work I’m on workers compensation right now it’s been 3 months (April 7th 2021) I live in Lakeland florida please help I want more money to be honest just don’t know what lawyer

@emanuelr6958

3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been out of work for 3 months

@emanuelr6958

3 жыл бұрын

I’m only getting like 600 every 2 weeks

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

Workers’ compensation does not pay for pain and suffering or loss of enjoyment of life. They only provide medical and lost wage benefits. We’d be happy to discuss your case with you via phone and see if we can help you. Please call us at (407) 531-8477 for a free consultation.

Is this in Florida?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

3 жыл бұрын

@Diaz Miranda, yes! I am a Workers' Compensation Attorney in Florida.

What if our attorney put in for a settlement number that we had not approved?

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I can only speak to what would happen in Florida. In Florida, you could refuse to sign the settlement documents which would result in the insurance company’s attorney filing a Motion to Enforce the settlement agreement. You would attend a hearing on that motion and present testimony that you did not give your attorney authority to accept the settlement. The Judge presiding over your case would listen to testimony and decide whether you have your attorney permission to settle the case or not.

My husbands lawyer is noooo good at all. My husband had a head on collision in a big gas tank transfer truck. His attorney hasn’t even talked to him about what to expect about cost or hasn’t told him what to expect for his comp claim.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear of your husband’s accident and his situation with his lawyer. Was he injured in Florida? Is his lawyer representing him for the workers’ comp claim, car accident or both cases? If it’s a Florida claim, I’d be happy to provide him a free consultation to discuss his situation.

@montacall7931

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros No sir it was in Missouri. His lawyer has many lawyers under him and all he does is have a bunch of lawyers under him. He has never told my husband what to expect, from money reimbursement or the fact that he’s had to find his own doctor and the doctor has found his issue after the workman’s comp doctor just dropped him like a hot potato. He told him that he couldn’t find anything on our last visit, walked out of the office on us and BAM…..workman’s comp quit paying, my husband is messed up and we have been put in a bind. Thankfully after so, so many weeks without working his boss gave him an easier job but we’re not making the same amount of money bc it’s light duty. The attorney was supposed to be going after workman’s comp for him to make sure that they found his problem and fixed it…that’s all we wanted and our complete losses covered. He kept calling his attorney but he would never meet with him. His secretary would sometimes respond with an email about NOTHING that answered our questions or that would take care of the situation. My husband had some lower back arthritis before and had minor problems but he was able to drive the gas truck that delivers to the stations. Now he has big problems and he can’t lift the the same hoses bc they are 85 pounds. He is in constant pain and humps over a bit when walking. You would think he was very old. There’s so many issues that we’ve had and no decent attorney. Last week the workman’s comp wanted to make a settlement of a small amount. It was nothing financially completely covering everything but his lawyer suggests him to take it, through a letter of course. We’re still trying to get help for whatever is messed up in his neck and back. The lawyer is trying to make quick, easy, and fast money without having to lift a finger. His part is 35% which would not cover half of our loss. PLUS we are still trying to find the exact problem and fix it. Don’t even let me start on the workman’s comp lawyer……… Thank you for all of your information.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I’m so sorry. Unfortunately, all I handle are Florida workers’ comp cases. I hope things turn around for your husband.

Workers compilations has been terrible for me it took yrs for me to get medical help my attorney sucked had to get another lawyer his boss I was pulled into a machine my face and my arm was burned I have nerve damage PTSD depression anxiety and my job went in on me until I was placed on disability I now depend on SSI and disability and medical from job and family service my life turned up side down worker’s compensation was supposed to help people I thought

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

I’m sorry to hear what you’ve been through both with your injuries and your attorney. The Florida workers’ compensation system is designed to provide benefits to injured workers but it is a limited system and when an insurance company doesn’t do what they’re supposed to, that’s when attorneys need to be involved. The comp system only provides medical and lost wage benefits. Sadly, there is no ability to obtain anything for pain and suffering or loss of enjoyment of life. Hang in there.

@elliotthoward4738

2 жыл бұрын

@@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros thank you 🙏 pls continue to help others

What if you made 100,000 a year and you cant do that job no more.

@LawOfficeOfBrianDTadros

2 жыл бұрын

First, be advised I only practice in FL and can only advise about FL law. I would be happy to discuss this with you if you would text our office at (407) 459-4519.