doi: 10.1016/j.coem.2005.11.005.
Worker's compensation litigation of the upper extremity claim
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Worker's compensation litigation of the upper extremity claim
Clin Occup Environ Med.
2006.
Abstract
This article presents an overview of the issues presented to physicians and lawyers in evaluating, treating, litigating, and concluding an upper extremity workers' compensation claim. This analysis includes a review of the unique considerations involved in the workers' compensation patient/claimant, a general examination of workers' compensation law, and the interplay between litigation and the medical management of the patient.
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