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indiafan

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trying to see if anyone can help. i am a RN . i was at work last wed helping a patient. My back went out and have been getting the run around. Went to emergency room today said i have a herniated disc. all filed under workmans comp. then my employer tells me today i am fired. can they do that?
 


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614jt

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It depends on what state you live in. I was told that in Utah you can not be fired for getting hurt but the employer does not have to have a job for you when you can return. I found that in many states you can not be fired while on workman's comp.
You might want to call your local labor board or state workman's comp office.
Good luck!!!!
 
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mombottoo

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You might also want to call an attorney who specializes in workers comp & labor law. Good luck
 
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joe08724

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The same thing happened to me. I live in New Jersey and i always thought that you CAN NOT be fired while on workers comp. But what do I know, i just posted a Question on this myself. :confused:
 
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Pryan

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Go to:

WorkersCompensation.com

Click on your state, then go to employees, then dealing with your employer. This should answer your question.
 

wtd

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trying to see if anyone can help. i am a RN . i was at work last wed helping a patient. My back went out and have been getting the run around. Went to emergency room today said i have a herniated disc. all filed under workmans comp. then my employer tells me today i am fired. can they do that?

We are lead to believe by your post that you were dismissed because of your workman (woman)'s comp claim. We don't know if this is a fact, or just what you assume.

I would imagine that you were given an 'exit interview'.
What reason were you given for your dismissal?

The answer may lead to a more direct answer to your question.

wtd
 
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injured back

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contact the EEOC, equal employment opptny comishn, they can get the ball rolling into investigating the claim against your employer. you will need DR notes stating weight/working restrictions/diagnosis of injuries/ possible x rays/MRI/ EMG testing for nerve loss. all this aint easy, but will be worth it when you hire an attorney(WC). good luck
 

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