It seems like so much time has passed since Joe’s accident at work. Debt has been piling up, Marie has been forced to take a job to make ends meet, and the wheels of justice barely seem to be moving. Finally, in this week’s episode of the Accidental Lawyer, some good news appears on the horizon for Joe. Download and listen this episode as Attorney Kate Kirsch educates us on what a “stipulation” is and takes us through Joe’s IME (Independent Medical Evaluation). How does the IME go? Does the carrier’s Doctor address Joe’s injuries? What is the whole process like? If you are just starting a Worker’s Compensation claim or going through the process right now. Listen and learn, from this week’s episode of The Accidental Lawyer.
Another email question arrives from listener Kathy. She has been cleared for “light duty work” from her Doctors, but her old company won’t take her back. What can she do? If you listened to Episode 8 of the Accidental Lawyer, you may remember how Kate talked to us about “Ready, Willing, and Able”. This comes into play again. Kathy has options! Download this episode for the answer to this question, as well as what is happening in Joe’s case. Stay safe!
Host:
Kate Kirsch
Links:
Stipulation Agreement
Worker’s Compensation Terms - IME: Independent medical examination
#8 – Returning to Work/Unemployment Insurance: Ready, Willing, and Able