What is the name of your state? NY
I have been out of work since May of last year due to shoulder surgery in Jan of 2003. My Attorney told me over the phone last night to get a job and report this to the Insurance Company who is paying my Compensation. He was very rude to me over the phone. The last hearing I was at the judge asked me if I was presently working, I replied "NO". He told me "good because you would be commiting a felony if you were." My attorney said on the phone last night that " HE NEVER SAID THAT!! I KNOW THE COMP LAWS". I was so stunned by his voice that I said ok ok. Then he told me to get a job. So, my question is, am I entitled to unemployment since my attorney said I should be looking for work? Also, my Dr. has given me a note stating that I should stay out of work until I see him later this month. I'm sooooooooo confused!! Any advise would be greatly appreciated.
I have been out of work since May of last year due to shoulder surgery in Jan of 2003. My Attorney told me over the phone last night to get a job and report this to the Insurance Company who is paying my Compensation. He was very rude to me over the phone. The last hearing I was at the judge asked me if I was presently working, I replied "NO". He told me "good because you would be commiting a felony if you were." My attorney said on the phone last night that " HE NEVER SAID THAT!! I KNOW THE COMP LAWS". I was so stunned by his voice that I said ok ok. Then he told me to get a job. So, my question is, am I entitled to unemployment since my attorney said I should be looking for work? Also, my Dr. has given me a note stating that I should stay out of work until I see him later this month. I'm sooooooooo confused!! Any advise would be greatly appreciated.