why????

[littlenurse54]

Any advise or input as to why the Ins.comp would want to settle a claim even if the injuried worker is still having problem from the injury. I live in Louisiana

[jayne]

to quit paying any more money....most states once you settle you also can settle medical they think if you are starving and about to lose everything you own they can throw a couple of bucks at you and get you off their backs

[1171]

To allow workers to return to independent decision making about their own disability and treatment needs as well as resolve disputes without prolonged litigation. (workers comp often does not do a good job with either.)