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Category: Workers’ Compensation

Can an adjuster just close my file?

February 11, 2016
Oxner
This may, or may not come as a shock to the adjuster but the answer is “absolutely not.” While she may think that enough has been done it is up to the treating doctor to say that you don’t need any more medical treatment. Even then, the adjuster must ask the Industrial Commission to sign […]
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I’m not sure I’m ready but the doctor has released me to return to work.

February 20, 2016
Oxner
This may be for a couple of different reasons. First, the doctor may have a standing agreement with your adjuster or employer that he won’t keep workers’ compensation claimants out of work as long as your employer will find something, anything, for you to be doing. Second, many doctors believe there is a healing power […]
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What is a trial return to work?

March 4, 2016
Oxner
The first time a doctor releases you to return to work after having been out he’ll likely put some restrictions on you. For the reasons we’ve pointed out other places no one can really know if you are fit and capable for the work your employer is going to give you. Whether or not the […]
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I’m going back to work on light duty. Any suggestions?

March 15, 2016
Oxner
First, make sure you have a return appointment with the doctor scheduled. Second, make sure you have the restrictions in writing. Third, preferably before but as soon as possible after returning to work, give your immediate supervisor a copy of your restrictions. We recommend doing this in writing and keeping a copy for yourself. Fourth, […]
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What happens if I cannot perform my light duty job?

March 22, 2016
Oxner
There are a couple of factors here. First, if your employer is asking you to exceed the restrictions then you should politely state what your restrictions are and clarify which portion of the job you feel you cannot do. You may be wondering if a doctor can force you to go back to work? We […]
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