Shoul I get a Job?

[pcall]

After over 2 years with 2 surgeries, it's time to get schooling or get a job. I have no money for school and the insurance cut me off. Thier doctor looked at me for 3-5 min and said I could attempt to work. I am a union construction worker and my union will not send me out to a job with my lifting restrictions.

Should I find a job within my restictions or wait to fight the insurance at trial. My lawyer seems to think I should get a job and we will fight for the wage differance, but is this a good thing to do?

[jayne]

work if you can it will help with your self esteem and getting out will help

[1171]

those who are out of work longer while disabled have a worse financial outcome. comp benefits do not make up for the amount of wages lost.
if you don't trust your atty you should consider switching. there will be a single fee that's shared.

[chrischris]

Look for a job wthin your restrictions. That is the best route if you are able. While you are looking for work, you are eligible for state unemployment benefits.