Frequently Asked Questions about Workers' Compensation

Work-Related Injury Lawyer Serving South Carolina

• Minimum & Maximum Compensation Rate
• How is Compensation Determined?
• What is a Compensable Injury?
• What is a Non-Compensable Injury?
• Can a Claim Be Reopened Due to a Change in Condition?
• What are the different Work Comp Forms and When do they need to be Filed?
• Is there any Defense for Falsification of Employment Records?
• Second Injury Fund - What is it? What are the Criteria for Filing?
• What Formula is Used to Determine Wage Loss / Disability Benefits?
• Timline Questions for Work Comp (employer reporting, time limits to file a claim)
• What are the Rules Around Terminating Temporary Benefits?
• Can I choose my own physician or doctor for recovery while receiving workers' comp?
• Is there any Recovery for Claims of Fraud?
• What are the time limits for Compensation payments, Total Temporary Disability (TTD) and Medical Bills to be paid?
• Can a claim be settled in a lump sum?
• What is the number of weeks for total and permanent disability?
• Additional questions and answers about workers' compensation