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My deposition is being taken in my Workers’ Compensation case. What should I expect?
In most workers’ compensation cases where the Petition to Controvert has been filed, the Employer and its Insurance Carrier will ask to take the deposition of the Claimant (the injured worker). Depositions are...
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What general questions should I ask my lawyer in the initial consultation?
With lawyers asking many of the questions during the initial consultation, clients sometimes forget to ask questions that would like to know about the lawyer or upcoming case. Here's a list of questions you...
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How to prepare for your initial meeting with your lawyer
It is always best to be prepared to meet with your lawyer.
You should bring with you all documents you have that may be relevant to the potential case or issue you will be discussing...
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You can have separate lawyers for both cases. But generally, our firm recommends that you get one firm to represent you on both aspects of the cases. The interplay between the two...
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I’m not happy with my workers compensation lawyer. Can I fire my attorney?
Yes, but be careful. Lawyers are not magicians. Sometimes people expect results that are impossible to deliver. What you should expect from your lawyer is timely responses to your inquiries from...
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Is my ex-spouse to be entitled to my workers compensation benefits in my divorce?
Maybe. It depends on the benefits at issue. I recently had the opportunity to testify in chancery court about whether workers compensation benefits were marital assets to be equally split in the...
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Can I choose my own physician in a workers compensation case?
YES, BUT be careful. In Mississippi, after you have had a surgery or treated with the same physician for six months, you are stuck and you lose your choice. This is critical...
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In many workers compensation cases, the insurance company (who is not on your side) will hire a nurse case manager to be involved in management of your medical treatment. Most nurse case managers...
