Art Posted March 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 someone else said that.... I LOL'D going to see a workers comp atty tomorrow.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bahnstoermer1647545488 Posted March 11, 2009 Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 It would suck to be hurt. It would suck to be laid off. My opinion though is that a company can't be expected to pay someone indefinitely who can't work unless there was severe neglect on their part and they really, blatantly put someone in danger. (I'm talking the stuff you still see in the 3rd world, people losing arms and shit). If that's not the case, why not look for something else where you can regain a fair work for fair pay scenario? I don't know details and I'm not assuming I do, but workers comp insurances and all the other insurances companies have to pay dogs small businesses to death - let alone when there's actually a claim filed against that insurance. We as Americans shouldn't have this workers vs. company attitude anymore (and I'm not saying you do necessarily, but there is a large part of the population that does, and the existence of unions is all the farther one need look). We can't afford to - it's ignorant and short sighted, and it won't keep us the greatest country in the world, by what amounts to ignoring the affects of globalization and cheap-ass foreign labor. I'd try to find something that's more win / win somewhere else and avoid a battle - you were hurt on the job, and they need to have employees they're paying create value. Both sides have an argument if you push it. Just my humble opinion... try to find something that works for everyone - new work, fair pay, time for you to heal without stress on you and a company. You could negotiate for a severance deal to help out while you search for new work perhaps, win / win for your current situation while you search for a new one... If you present an attorney to your previous employer, all good will is going to be gone on the spot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted March 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 It would suck to be hurt. It would suck to be laid off. My opinion though is that a company can't be expected to pay someone indefinitely who can't work unless there was severe neglect on their part and they really, blatantly put someone in danger. (I'm talking the stuff you still see in the 3rd world, people losing arms and shit). If that's not the case, why not look for something else where you can regain a fair work for fair pay scenario? I don't know details and I'm not assuming I do, but workers comp insurances and all the other insurances companies have to pay dogs small businesses to death - let alone when there's actually a claim filed against that insurance. We as Americans shouldn't have this workers vs. company attitude anymore (and I'm not saying you do necessarily, but there is a large part of the population that does, and the existence of unions is all the farther one need look). We can't afford to - it's ignorant and short sighted, and it won't keep us the greatest country in the world, by what amounts to ignoring the affects of globalization and cheap-ass foreign labor. I'd try to find something that's more win / win somewhere else and avoid a battle - you were hurt on the job, and they need to have employees they're paying create value. Both sides have an argument if you push it. Just my humble opinion... try to find something that works for everyone - new work, fair pay, time for you to heal without stress on you and a company. You could negotiate for a severance deal to help out while you search for new work perhaps, win / win for your current situation while you search for a new one... If you present an attorney to your previous employer, all good will is going to be gone on the spot PM'D That is the best post so far...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
black00ws6 Posted March 11, 2009 Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 (edited) I own a workers comp company.. Here is my opinion.. It depends on your company's policy and procedure whether it is workers comp or not. Some places state you will be terminated if you are off work for 3+ months. If this procedure is not in place, you still can be fired; however I doubt your employer can win a hearing as they are not showing good faith. If your claim has been accepted/allowed you will draw lost time wages until you are released to RTW full duty. What doctor have you seen? Edited March 11, 2009 by black00ws6 typo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted March 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2009 update.... just found out today, since the company was aquired so close to the injury(aquired jan15'08 injury jan23'08) they did NOT have insurance coverage at that time. The state BWC covered the injury by law.... (BWC aproved the claim but had my company reimburse BWC)my company has been paying out of pocket.... now the BWC claim is denied? what a cluster...... I'm sorry if it is hard to follow. Hell, it is hard for me to keep up with the goings on..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HAOLE Posted March 12, 2009 Report Share Posted March 12, 2009 If you present an attorney to your previous employer, all good will is going to be gone on the spot Only fool believes that any goodwill exist in the Workcomp System. If it did John would not have a Job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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