Re: Fired while on WC due to not showing medical improvement

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On 10/07/07, Mike wrote:
> On 9/25/07, Irma wrote:
>> I sustained an on the job injury on 5/09/2007 since then I
>> have seen 7 doctors, 2 of those were Designated Doctor the
>> last designated doctor gave me an impairment rating and to
>> this day I still have not received any medical
>> treatment(such as injections, surgery,etc)and my surgery
> for
>> anterior cervical discectomy and fusion was denied twice.
> My
>> employer fired me for lack of showing medical improvement.
>> But how can I improve if I have not been given any medical
>> treatment?
>
> You really need to get a lawyer ASAP.
>
> Good Luck
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Mike,
You really need a lawyer. I have learned with my case (also
fired while on work comp.) you cannot do this without an
attorney. Where do you reside? I am in San Diego. Do you
need an attorney (YES!). Get one now. I can recommend one for
San Diego.