Excerpts From Chip's Book

VIRUS Shelter-in-Place Order Makes For Hardships to Vermont’s Injured Workers: March 27, 2020

On March 24, 2020 Vermont Governor Phil Scott issued a “Stay Home / Stay Safe” Executive Order. Hospitals already are re-prioritizing services and canceling “elective” procedures including surgeries. ...

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Do My Medical Benefits End if I Return to Work? December 12, 2017

True or false: “Once you return to work, you can’t see the doctor anymore.” Answer: False. However, many people incorrectly believe the answer is “true.” Medical care is available for life of the ...

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Are There Other Claims or Benefits I Should Consider besides Workers' Compensation? October 23, 2017

This book addresses some of the most common issues in Vermont workers’ compensation claims. Nevertheless, you should also consider claims or benefits beyond the scope of workers’ compensation such as: ...

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My Employer Terminated Me after My Injury-Does My Employer Have to Take Me Back if I Recover? October 9, 2017

Yes, but only if you have recovered successfully within two years and if there is a suitable position available. Vermont Workers’ Compensation Statute 21 V.S.A. Section 643(b) provides in part that “A ...

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Can My Employer Punish Me Because I Have a Work Injury? October 3, 2017

No, but some injured employees are genuinely fearful of losing their jobs if they report a work injury. Some bosses will witness an injury on the job but repeatedly ask, “You sure you didn’t do this ...

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Can the Insurance Adjuster Make Me Look for a Different Job When I Am Not Yet Healed? September 18, 2017

If your own employer doesn’t have work available to match light-duty restrictions, the adjuster can legally demand that you contact other employers each week for possible work. The insurance adjuster ...

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