Workman’s Comp claims can be very tricky. The process is different from state to state, so you need to read up on your state’s rules for returning to work and requesting a second opinion from a surgeon. I can’t imagine that you would not be given a second opinion with another surgeon based on the fact that you are unable to see anyone in the current doctor’s office except the PA. My suggestion would be to speak with an attorney who specializes in Workman’s Comp Claims to see exactly what your options may be.
I’m assuming she is not working more than 30 hours per week now. If that’s not the case, that’s a problem since that was the requirement set by the doctor when she went back to work. If the doctor prescribed her to be allowed to ice during the day, that needs to be addressed as well. I doubt that management has the right to forbid her from doing something that was prescribed by the physician.
I also would imagine that it is not permitted for an employer to demand that a worker have no breaks during the day.
There are avenues for complaints within the Workman’s Comp system. You just have to find the appropriate way to file a complaint, if it comes to that.
A specialized attorney should be able to explain all these things to you.
I’m assuming she is not working more than 30 hours per week now. If that’s not the case, that’s a problem since that was the requirement set by the doctor when she went back to work. If the doctor prescribed her to be allowed to ice during the day, that needs to be addressed as well. I doubt that management has the right to forbid her from doing something that was prescribed by the physician.
I also would imagine that it is not permitted for an employer to demand that a worker have no breaks during the day.
There are avenues for complaints within the Workman’s Comp system. You just have to find the appropriate way to file a complaint, if it comes to that.
A specialized attorney should be able to explain all these things to you.