Another Common Workers’ Compensation Mistake: Talking About Your Lawsuit, Your Employer, the Insurance Company, or Seeking Legal Advice from your Doctor

Tennessee workers’ compensation cases can be tricky to process and prove in court even when all the steps are followed properly. They can become even more difficult when common mistakes are made during the process. Another one of the most common mistakes that people may make during a workers’ compensation claim or lawsuit is talking to their doctor about the lawsuit, the insurance company, your employer, or asking the doctor for legal advice concerning your case.

In the last blog, I discussed how important it is to be honest with your doctor about your medical history, personal habits and anything else that they may need to know about the injury in order to proper diagnose it and provide the proper treatment for you. Many people may think that this also includes telling the doctor about your lawsuit, talking about your employer or your insurance company or even seeking their advice about your claim, however speaking with your doctor about the specifics of your lawsuit, may only cloud your case or create negative implications in your medical records. It may even complicate or negatively affect your medical care and treatment. It is also important to remember that anything you say in confidence to your doctor is NOT protected information once you have filed a workers’ compensation claim in court. If you have questions about your case, your employer, your insurance company, or your legal options, it is best to consult with your Tennessee workers’ compensation lawyer about it.

If you have been injured while at work and feel that you have may have a TN workers’ compensation claim, then we encourage you to contact one of our experienced and caring Tennessee workers’ compensation attorneys immediately. We will answer any questions you may have and will work with you to make sure you receive the compensation you need.

Contact us online or call us at 800.705.2121 to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.

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