Injured on the Job -- Need Help!

[NotANewbie]

First off, I am NOT new to SGT. I have another account, and am only posting under this name to prevent anyone from finding out my identity. (I know that management likes to visit the site from time to time, and I don’t want to risk losing my job or anything).

I am a frequent poster, and know many of you in person. If you recognize my story, please don’t post any replies that might reveal my identity to others. Thank you.

That said, I need some advice:

I was injured on the job about 5 months ago. Since then, I have seen the on-site Disney doctors as well as being referred to other specialists. I’ve found the experience very frustrating. Doors seem to be slamming in my face. No one is willing to sit down and discuss anything with me.

I keep getting the “I’ll get right back to you” brush off from everyone—doctors, my workers comp case manager, my management team, etc… I am receiving little to no treatment. I am in tons of pain. And I was recently threatened with being declared “permanently disabled” because of this injury. Oh, and there has been virtually no diagnostic testing to actually find out what’s wrong with me. They took an x-ray which proved that my bones aren’t broken (broken bones have never been a concern—my injury is of the muscle/ligament type), but there have been no cat scans or MRI’s or anything else... so an exact diagnosis has yet to be made.

On top of all of that, I have been forced several times to work against my doctor’s restrictions—something that has caused me extreme pain and made my injury worse.

The reason I’m posting is because I’m sure there are several former and current CM’s who have been in my shoes. I’m interested in finding out what my rights are, and what I need to do to get better.

Until recently I had no intention of seeking legal advice, but I’m starting to get a little ticked off. The injury I have should not have lasted as long as this has been going on. Because I’ve received little to no treatment, my injury is getting worse. All I want is to get better. I thought a little hard work on my part (a phone call here, an email there) would get it done. Now I’m ready to speak with an attorney.

Can anyone recommend a good workers comp attorney? I prefer to work with someone who has dealt with Disney before…

I’d appreciate any advice, help, etc that you all are willing to give me.

Thanks!

[darph nader]

OUCH(no pun intended). I don't know about Calif. In Ariz. i think you have 72hrs to report a injury,to your employer and workmens comp.(i think).pretty sure you can pick you're doctor too. GOOD LUCK!

[hobie16]

Document everything!! Make sure you got stuff on when you were forced to work.

Get a good lawyer.

Contact the state dept. of labor relations.

Keep working your way up the management chain. If you get stone walled, tell them you'll contact Eiger's office.

Soft tissue damage can last for years. Make sure you get the proper care for as long as it takes.

[NotANewbie]

I reported the injury as soon as it happened. I've been documenting as much as possible.

It's the care that I'm not getting.

The workers comp doctors aren't doing a thing, and my personal physician refuses to even look at me because she can't touch a workers comp case.

[Main Streeter]

I reported the injury as soon as it happened. I've been documenting as much as possible.
It's the care that I'm not getting.

Call Dr. G. Salem - Chiropractor -Newport Blvd, Tustin. He is wonderful! His staff is well versed on Workman's Comp, dealing with Disney Drs. & other Disney issues. He also has contacts with several fine O C lawyers. You may not need to sue if you receive better treatment. Disney does settle semi well without lawyers. Keep seeking treatment. Hear Disney is now referring many CMs to UCLA for care. Good Luck!

[leftcoaster]

As Darph Nader said, in almost all cases, if you are dissatisfied with the workman's comp doctor, you have the right to choose your own (for a second opinion), and the company MUST pay for the entire visit. That means, not just the co-pay, but the WHOLE thing. When you call to make an appointment, tell the receptionist that the visit is a workman's comp visit - a second opinion. They should know what paperwork must be filled out.

Good Luck!

[NotANewbie]

Thank you all for your advice. I've taken a sneaky action on my part that will either really help me or really hurt me... Anyone know any good lawyers?

[PirateJohn]

Thank you all for your advice. I've taken a sneaky action on my part that will either really help me or really hurt me... Anyone know any good lawyers?

Shouldn't the union provide you with one?

[Main Streeter]

good lawyers?

Isn't this an oxymoron? :D:

[darph nader]

Isn't this an oxymoron? :D:

ROFLMAO. I thought the phrase was"Honest Lawyers",but i might be wrong.