Re: Torn Rotator Cuff, etc.

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Since you don't say what state this occurred in, we have no
idea what your rights are.

I can tell you that in Missouri, you have a worker's comp
claim for the treatment, for 2/3 of your pay while your
doctor says you cannot return to work, and to some
compensation for whatever disability you have when the
treatment ends. Your employer gets to pick the doctor.

I can also tell you that in Missouri, you can bring a
wrongful termination action if fired in retaliation for
filing a worker's comp claim, but only if that is the
exclusive reason for discharge. That's tough to prove,
especially if your employer is alleges some sort of
misconduct.

I have no idea whether or not any of that applies to your
state.

On 7/23/05, MJL wrote:
> Injured on the job; after my surgery boss started accusing
> me of misconduct and fired me; I cannot lift my right arm;
> still in physical therapy; my doctor is associated with
the
> hospital where I worked; what are my rights?