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Early Retirement can forfeit Virginia Workers' Compensation benefits.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

An employee may not know this but early retirement can mean the end of Virginia workers' compensation benefits.... Read More
Posted at 14:43 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

A "Horseplay Accident" is once again a Good Claim under Virginia Workers Compensation Laws

Friday, January 14, 2011 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

In 2008 the Virgnia Workers Compensation had repudiated the Horseplay Accident Doctrine. In 2011 the Virginia Supreme Court reversed and reinstated the Doctrine.... Read More
Posted at 12:23 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Virginia Workers Compensation Denial: The Critical Questions

Thursday, January 13, 2011 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

If your Virginia WC claim is denied, there are 12 questions to consider about your claim.... Read More
Posted at 10:23 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Partial Disability & Virginia Workers Compensation

Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

Even if you are only partially disabled, you still have rights under the Virginia Workers Compensation Act; however, there are things the worker needs to know to exercise those rights.... Read More
Posted at 14:17 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Age & Social Security Disability

Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

When applying for Social Security Disability, the most important criteria is often the age of the applicant.... Read More
Posted at 10:45 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Social Security Disability

Dependent Death Benefits After Death at Work in Virginia

Tuesday, January 11, 2011 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

If a worker dies due to an accident at work in Virginia, the worker's dependents should know there are benefits available under the Virginia Workers Compensation Act.... Read More
Posted at 10:40 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Is an Internet Job Search Good Enough for the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission

Friday, November 5, 2010 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

The Virginia Workers Compensation Commission seems to be saying a job search done only by the internet is not good enough. This commentator wonders if this stance is realistic in today's world. ... Read More
Posted at 11:02 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Working with the Vocational Consultant in a Virginia Workers Compensation Case

Friday, November 5, 2010 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

The Virginia Workers' Compensation Commission recently said cooperating with the insurance company vocational counselor is "good marketing" under Commission Rules. ... Read More
Posted at 10:41 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Refusal of Vocational Placement & Virginia Workers Compensation Benefits

Friday, October 15, 2010 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

A refusal of Vocational Placement can result in loss of Virginia Workers' Compensation benefits. Fortunately, there is an easy way to cure this. ... Read More
Posted at 14:34 PM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Workers Compensation

Unemployment Comp and Social Security Disability

Thursday, August 26, 2010 by Gerald G. Lutkenhaus

The receipt of unemployment compensation benefits can mean that a Social Security Judge will conclude you are not disabled. ... Read More
Posted at 11:55 AM  |  PERMALINK
Topic: Social Security Disability
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