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I wish common sense were common. Good video.
I agree. Everyone loses.
Looks like the car is in the opposing traffic's left turn lane. He should carefully back up and go around if there is a left turn position farther down the street.
Thank you for your comment. That is certainly one way to handle it and not sit for over 5 mins.
My brother is a mechanic. He amputated his hand and it was reattached. Workers comp is offering light duty as Customer Serivce. Which he cant do nor interested in doing. Is he supposed to accept it? Fearing his benefits could be cut off?
I am sorry to hear about your brother's work injury. Unfortunately in Georgia they only have to return the injured worker back to "some form" of work not necessairly what they were doing and as long as a doctor (usually the ATP) returnes them back to some form of work and the employer files a WC 240 return to work signed off by the employer then you must attempt the light duty job. If they have not jumped through the hoops of getting a WC240 signed off, then you arguably you may not need to attempt that job. You brother is at a critical point in his claim, he needs to reach out to a Georgia WC attorney if he does not have one ASAP. To explore his rights and what can and can not be done moving forward. Act fast and stay safe. Ty
@@TyWilsonLaw Thanks a lot for your feedback.
@@edstjames2779 Thank you for your comment.
I hope this was helpful. Thank you.
Thanks.
All your best Comments :right on point people who have been on workmen comp in any case point let's do a massive class action law suits against corruption corporations and our government law makers both states and federal government get rid of workmen comp laws conflict of interest is an under statement far worst regardless how little or big and near death related etc I have had a injury since Tuesday August _29_2023 _ I fall right into very closely all of your Comments etc to currently now C.D.T at 2:27am Chicago and subs of Illinois today is Wednesday morning of June _5_2024,... so far...don't trust courts legal systems corporations mergers of companies and illegal aliens license for bribes scandals etc etc...
Thank you for your comments. It sounds like you are going through it right now.
I have been on Workers Comp from Fedex Express since late August 2023. it took my manager over a month to let me see a doctor even though I reported the injury in good time. They sent me to a Reddy Urgent care who diagnosed me with "tennis elbow" and I was put on light duty which I stayed on till the week before Thanksgiving 2023. What I actually had was a major tendon tear which required sugery. Fedex finally got me to see a specialist who made the correct evaluation and I was put on family leave and had surgery the first week of january 2024. (coincided with running out of Fedex light duty time). It required the Dr to drill small holes into my elbow bone and reattach the ends of the tendon. Standard recovery time is 5-6 months. I have been getting weekly checks since then with no complaints, doctor visits and physical therapy, but now I am going to see my doctor the first week of July and will likely get cleared to go back to work as a courier full duty no limitations. What I am getting from my HR advisor is that they have nothing for me and would I be willing to relocate (no). I am going into work tomorrow to talk with my manager to see what's up and if they have a job for me. I have been a courier for 26 years. What options do I have?
If im going to take a class . My driver license got suspended. And the dmv told me thatvi need to do a 6 hours class . But my question is that the instructor told me if im doing 6 hours point reduction or reinstatement
I am not sure I understand your question
If your license is suspended you may want to speak with a traffic ticket lawyer. Suspensions occur for many reasons, and points are only one of them. Some charges will automatically suspend your license depending on if you plead guilty or not.
Tanker is just as much to blame, he could easily see the backhoe and didn't adjust speed, plus, you never cross that center line.
Bad news all around. Thanks for your comment.
Share this as much as possible... I'm a driver and I say everyday that I wish them would stress this in drivers Ed. So dangerous to get in that space right in front of a big truck.
Thank you for your comment.
What if they fired you because they said they could not get in contact with your attorney? Thats what happened to me.
That is very unusual. That is not a legitimate reason to fire an employee. Is your state a right-to-work state? If it is a right-to-work state they can fire you for cause or for no cause at all. Firing you for not being able to get in contact with your attorney is one I have not heard of before and has nothing to do with your employment. In Georgia they provide a separation notice and that is where the Employer puts the reason for the termination/separation. Ultimately you may qualify for unemployment if they are terminating you for reasons unrelated to your employment. Speak with your attorney about what is in your best interest based on their actions.
More like a sales talk.
Thank you for your comment.
Excellent information, thank you.
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They didn’t follow me they followed my mother I didn’t know until 3 years ago when I received a copy of my File. So this evidence was giving for court proceedings. I didn’t get to go to Court lawyers said I was a risk attempting to suicide spent a week in ICU I’ve been receiving medical expenses and they are beating me down after 21 years. Karen from Australia
Wow, thank you for sharing. You have been through a lot.
This system is only in place to protect the insurance companies. Supposely is a no fault system but for who? The employee, right? We will never win the poor will always be poor and the Rich will get Richer.
It is not about winning, it is about maneuvering through a system designed to get you back to work. That is the system’s goal. There are no doubts the system has its problems and issues. Remember it was created and past through the legislature of each state. No question the insurance companies had their say and the laws are written for the Employer/Insurers. They often get to control your medical care. That said you can be successful in getting the care you need paid for by the system and get back to some form of work, sometimes it takes a little luck. Stay positive in light of your situation. Your loved ones are counting on you.
thanks
You're welcome!
Hi, Ty AND good morning! I have a terroristic threat/and act /dismissed on my record dated back to 2006. You think I can qualify for a record restriction since it was dismissed?
Good morning Dina. You will want to go to the closest sheriff's office and order your GCIC -Georgia Crime Information Center report it is basically your criminal history. That will show you what is showing on your history. If you get a copy of that contact me and lets talk about what you may or may not need to do moving forward. Ty
Ok so I collected my charge information at the Sheriff's department and had it approved at the D A. Off then mailed it to the GBI office in Decatur GA. Thank you for replying back!🙏
Any familiarity with the pardons side? I tries for a pardon some years back and was denied even though I am a strict law abiding person and have held down a job for years and been a civil rights activist since 2013. I'd love some feed back on successfully obtaining a pardon
Unfortunately I do not have any familiarity with Pardons. Let me see what I can find out on my end. Ty
Is there somewhere i can get a copy of the special language so my workerscomp doesn't offset my ssdi or vise verse. Do all states use the same special language
If you have an attorney for your claim they should be making sure it is in the settlement agreement. If you Google search what is hartman language in georgia workers comp it will give you more information. In short it will protect you as the employee from losing SSDI benefits. It basically a breakdown your settlement over your life expectancy. That is the important part. I hope that helps. Ty
Thank you fir the very informative information. I’ve asked my lawyer several times this same question her response is consistently “I’m waiting for information” we’ve been waiting for 6 weeks. Because I was dismissed and have not received TTD benefits can I apply and collect unemployment benefits. I asked my attorney and she said no. How is that ok if I was dismissed and I dint have any cash flow,
I am a realist, do what is best for your family to survive. That said you need to ask your attorney why they do not want you filing for unemployment.
@@TyWilsonLaw It's illegal and would be considered fraud. However after 10 weeks workman comp mailed me a check. Of course lawyer took her 20% first.
@@michaelkreisel3573I am not sure it is illegal it depends on many things. Like are you out of work completely? If so you will have a difficult time qualifying for Unemployment. To obtain unemployment in Georgia you must be ready, willing and most importantly able to work meaning your doctor should have released you to some form of work. WC may also get a credit on their benefits so always good to speak with a workers comp attorney. It is good that you were able to get income benefits started. As far as the 20% from the attorney is concerned, in Georgia you must show that you did something to earn those atty fees. Sounds different where you are. Good luck moving forward. Stay safe. Ty
@@TyWilsonLaw Illinois different than Georgia fir sure. And yeah I did ask my lawyer for a receipt what she filed. Her response “I filed electronically” as if there is no receipt. I won’t push it kinda at her mercy but she knows I’m paying attention. Because I was fired while on this claim I should be paid till I get a new job. Right now I haven’t been released to work and I have at least 6 more weeks as I’m on PT and still waiting to be approved for surgery which will take more time to recover
Go with your lawyer. They have a n interest in maximizing your claim for you and them. Good luck with your care. Ty
Gracias por su valiosa informacion estoy aprendiendo mucho viendo sus videos. DIOS LOS BENDIGA SIEMPRE
Gracias por tu comentario. Espero poder brindarle información útil y, si necesita ayuda, no dude en comunicarse conmigo y hablaremos específicamente sobre su reclamo, ya que cada reclamo es un poco diferente según el empleador, la aseguradora y la lesión. Mantenerse seguro. ty
They should of probably been more cautious than usual
No doubt
How long does a MSA usually take . I settled my WC on 12/21/23 and the same day I received a approval letter for SSDI , I’m 62 and won’t get a Medicare blue card until 4/25 .. just wondering if it’s normal for a MSA to take a while ?? Thank you
Unfortunately the answer is it depends on the company who is performing the MSA and Medicare as they are attempting to have Medicare agree to pick up your medical care once you have exhausted the MSA for the year. Hopefully you will hear something soon. Good luck. Ty
If the Dr says you can lift 25 lbs, can you lift 25 lbs in your yard?
Thank you for your comment. Arguably yes. If your authorized treating physician in Ga said you can lift 25lbs then the employer can create a job where lifting 25lbs is the max then it is expected that you can do it. Ty
@@TyWilsonLaw What if they won't accommodate it? I was prepared to go back to work. I received a message not to come in. I build fiber optic cables. Some weighting 800 lbs to over 1000 lbs. I have to push them and turn them on a skate. The doctor told me I have degenerative back disease that will turn into arthritis if I don't slow down. I'm 52 years old and 5'4".
@@anniealexander9616 If your employer can not accommodate your light-duty restrictions they can either create a job that has never existed just to get you back to work or they can keep you at home. If they keep you at home, they should continue to pay you weekly checks. The question then is what does the future hold? You are in limbo. The law requires that you look for light-duty work within your restrictions if your employer can not accommodate your light-duty restrictions, especially if they are paying weekly checks. It would probably be in your best interest to discuss with a work injury attorney and discuss your legal options, you have options and there are things to think about moving forward with your claim.
@@TyWilsonLaw What's if my employer can accommodate but they refuse to, saying I can't change departments, even though I've worked in other departments? Can I do work around my house as long as I don't pick up anything over 25 lbs? That's the only restriction the doctor gave me. I was sent to a nurse practitioner......I've received nsaid shots and 1 steroid shot.
@@anniealexander9616The employer has a choice, they can bring you back or they can choose not to bring you back. If you are receiving income benefits paid for by the insurance company, I can assure you that will not last forever. If the insurance company can, they will file a hearing to suspend your income benefits stating you are capable of working and request a list of employers you have applied for work with. If they catch you doing things around the house, they will try to make it look like you can lift more than 25lbs and then take the video to the doctor in an effort to get you released to full duty, with which then they can terminate you and end your claim. Be careful.
Beware! They will crucify you, they will belittle you, insult you and do everything in their power to break you down-Remember they have tons of notes and you have nothing --you have to pull it out of your butt and try to remember everything... and then make you eat it.Say -I don't know -and wait to see what they do to you!
It sounds like you had a pretty intense deposition. Thanks for sharing.
words cannot begin to describe it@@TyWilsonLaw
Needed this🎉
🎉Great!
Thank you!
Terrible and dangerous to do anything else when you are driving.
I agree, thank you for your comment.
Ouch! 😢 I know they got bad road rash on top of getting banged up
Hopefully it was not to bad.
I went out of work 2021 i was having sever back pain. I took some short term disability. I had back surgery june 2021 felt worse than before. Oct 2021 i went to a rheumatologist she did blood work and more imaging. HLA-B27 positive ankylosing spondylitis diagnosis. Today i had independent medical examination afterwards i was followed and the car was parked in front of my home. I looked at my home surveillance and i can see he was 30 seconds ahead of me parking. So he wanted to position himself to watch me as i exited the car. He stayed parked. Since i am a paranoid person by nature my wife drove by just to let him know we are on to you. 10 mins later he was gone.
Good for you and your wife. If they ever come onto your property you can and should call the police for trespassing.
Hey I’ve had a work injury to my foot and I have nerve damage it was caused by a coworker who wasn’t properly trained I have to do multiple exercises just to be able to go about my day any help also my therapist tells me and also my doctor that it can be permanent I work here in Georgia any advice?
Carson I’m sorry to hear about your work injury. If you like give me a call or shoot me a text at 912-233-1100 and we can try to get on the phone and discuss your claim. Ty
He wasn’t trying to pass, there was no room to pass. I would say either distracted driver or person had a stroke or some health emergency.
You maybe right, it is hard to understand how this could happened without something like a distraction or injury occurring. Thanks.
car got pushed ahead by a different car
Dash cams should be mandatory and a standard feature in cars because of moments like these.
These days they are more important than ever. I could not agree with you more.
Dumb the damn song what does it have to do with video can barely hear you 👎👎👎👎
Excuse me sir, what if you fresh on the blocks. Meaning, u just registered a llc, how much should I be paying for insurance?
The cost of your coverage will be determined by an insurance company that provides you the coverage. You will want to get multiple quotes.
U need physics courses (mechanics precisely)
Ok, thank you for your response.
Can lawyers works on your case without signing contract by just knowing your information and case number
Typically in Georgia there should be a fee agreement in writing.
Thank you for your thoughts
Thank you for your comment. I hope this video was helpful
My job since i got injured i had restrictions but my work never followed them and then doctor told me they had to send me home . But my work didnt sent me home and i kept working normal duties. What can i do
I can only speak about injuries in Georgia. This is where WC can be difficult. Your employer does not care about you and does not feel your pain. If what you are doing is causing you pain or discomfort you have to tell your employer and then go back to your doctor as quickly as you can. You need to explain to your doctor what you were doing that caused pain. He should make that a restriction. Here comes the difficult part when you have to do the task that you are restricted from doing you inform your employer you are not able to do that task. You should carry your restrictions with you. The employer will either have someone else do that task or they will send you home. They may also let you go so this must be something you cannot do. If this does not make sense you should reach out to a Workers compensation lawyer in the state you were hurt in for a free consultation to find out what your rights are in your state. Good luck.
When they see me lift 3 waater cases of 40 bottles each and make big deal.. but they dont say anything when im at work lifting 50 lbs for 8hrs everyday
If it hurts you to do so something, you are the one who will have to say something, they are going to presume you are fine unless you complain that it hurts.
I had L4 and L5 disc herniations compressing roots. You ain't working a day. I couldn't even go for a wiz.
Unfortunately, that is a common lower back injury. Hopefully you were able to medical care to get better?
And they should catch these fraudsters. Penalties for disability fraud are far too lenient. I worked 40 years with a ruptured disc in my back.
Thank you for your comment I completely agree, anyone that is a fraud makes me sick. That said if you speak with workers' compensation insurance adjusters everyone hurt is a fraud. You can not say all injured workers are a fraud, if you do then you are not telling the truth. They system is designed to weed out the frauds. They sure will not be receiving anything long-term.
I know someone is committing fraud. And I hate it!!! It makes me feel guilty.
Fraud is one thing. The system is designed to eliminate fraud so that should not last long term. You should not let others' actions make you feel guilty, if you feel like you need to report the fraud do it. However, remember what we think we know is not always accurate, so you really want to be sure. Again, would it not be better for your guilt to let it go? That is unless it is your job to shut down fraud, then by all means please do. Stay safe and thank you for your comment.
@TyWilsonLaw I saw it with my own eyes for the last three years. His case is not close yet.
Good to know...8:10
Glad it was helpful.
Sometimes they don’t even have to do surveillance because some people are dumb enough to appear on Judge Judy and end up admitting to 10 million people that they’re receiving money that they are not entitled to. Here is a classic example. kzread.info/dash/bejne/oIphy7etnJWTiKg.htmlsi=YHAIZamYmjpl3I2C
Good to know...
What option/s do I have when no WP case is found in my name but they handed me the WP card (with the case number, etc.)?
Thank you for your comment to make sure I understand your question, please tell me what "WP" stands for?
@@TyWilsonLaw Thank you for your time, meant to type WC -> Worker's Compensation.
@@blackfa5823 I am not familiar with WC cards. I would call the workers' compensation board or commission in the state you are in. If they can not find you, you may need to speak with an attorney about getting the case started properly as the insurance adjuster may not have filed what they are supposed to file with the board/commission. I hope that helps.
@TyWilsonLaw Very much appreciated and thank you a lot for your time.
@@blackfa5823 Hopefully that helps point you in the right direction.
The build quality of US homes is insanely embarrassing
No doubt.
One of these days we will either have walkways or roads go under or over one another so that there is no chance of any accidents.
I hope so.
i have not worked there in years, why are they still in my home life and destroy every aspect of my life , and it is so bad i need fcc to stop them now fro listening to my phone calls and isp allowing them on my home personal network, nothing work related on any of these. Please tell them to sue them
Jasper, I am sorry you are going through this experience. I hope you find peace.