Under the Virginia Workers Compensation Act, an injured worker does not have to pay a deductible for their treatment. Medical bills are to be paid, 100% with no co-pay under the AWARD. The injured worker should not be “out of pocket” for medical bills that are reasonable, related, and by referral. While the injured worker…
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A recent article on lifeguards using drones to protect swimmers against sharks reminded Herndon Lawyer Doug Landau of the fact that insurance companies use drones for surveillance in injury cases. Drones make it easier for private investigators hired by insurance companies and defense law firms to “spy” on injured victims and Worker’s Compensation claimants. Private…
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What happens to my case if my injury is misdiagnosed? The team at ABRAMS LANDAU is often contacted by an injured worker or motorist who is disabled from work, where only some of their injuries were attended to at the emergency room/clinic, or misdiagnosed altogether. Are these innocent victims of other people’s mistakes not going…
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Oftentimes, hearing loss as a result of a fall off of a ladder, blow to the head, brain injury, or explosion will arise in the context of a Worker’s Compensation Claim. . The Virginia Workers Compensation Act allows for permanency AWARDS where there is a permanent loss of arms, legs, or visual acuity and auditory…
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Current Killers: Distracted Drivers, Prescription Drug Addiction, Alcoholism – New Movie “A Good Person” has it all. . The 2023 Morgan Freeman and Florence Pugh motion picture “A Good Person” is worth watching. . Directed and written by Zach Braff, known for his role in the hit series “Scrubs”, Braff puts together a compelling story…
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