Workers Compensation Claim from 10 Years Ago...

by Anonymous
(USA)

About ten years ago. I was working for a construction company. I had fallen off a ladder and broke my ankle. I had a claim at that time through workers compensation. However this injury has continued to make my life harder.

Can I still make a claim or sue the company?

Visitor Question:
Disclaimer: Information provided in our response is NOT formal legal advice. It is generic legal information based on the very limited information you provided. Under no circumstances should the information in our response, or anywhere else on this site be relied upon when making decisions about your case. You should always get a formal case review from a licensed attorney.

Comments for
Workers Compensation Claim from 10 Years Ago...

Click here to add your own comments

Did you settle?
by: Law Lady

If you had a claim 10 years ago, it likely ended in either a settlement or a denial of the claim?

This information would help us advise you on the status of the claim now. But, in general if you settled the claim, you cannot revive it now because settlements resolve the case completely.

If the claim was denied, you cannot re-raise it now because the statute of limitations would have passed for your injury many years ago.

If, however, you settled the claim with a provision for "lifetime medical" which does occur, you will need to contact the insurance adjuster to ascertain your next steps.

Since laws change frequently and across jurisdictions you should get a personalized case evaluation from an attorney licensed in your state (if you haven't already). Find an experienced local attorney to give you a FREE personalized case review here.


Best of luck,

Law Guy

Click here to add your own comments

Join in and write your own page! It's easy to do. How?
Simply click here to return to Workers Compensation Questions


How Much Is Your Case Worth?

Find out NOW! Complete this form for a FREE case
review by an experienced attorney...




The accuracy of information provided on this site is not guaranteed. It is generic information for informal purposes only. It is NOT formal legal advice. Before relying on any information found in this site you should consult with a licensed attorney in your state. If you are currently represented by an attorney you should strictly abide by his/her advice and counsel.

Back to top

© 2012 | Injury-Settlement-Guide.com | All Rights Reserved Worldwide    Disclaimer | Privacy | Sitemap