Amtrak conductor shot by passenger
May 19, 2017, 6:52 am
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May 23, 2017, 7:26 am
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Starting a Go Fund Me account for "medical expenses"? The injured conductor was working; therefore, all expenses (Medical, Rehab, Medication, Wages) will be paid by Workers Compensation (or FELA). I never understand the push for donations when someone is covered by WC benefits. (stating this probably gives you the perception that I am cold and uncaring. Not so, I have great respect for First Responders and those injured needlessly like this gentleman; but, there is always a rush to provide donations for things that are already provided by Workers Compensation.)
May 25, 2017, 1:19 pm
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Starting a Go Fund Me account for "medical expenses"? The injured conductor was working; therefore, all expenses (Medical, Rehab, Medication, Wages) will be paid by Workers Compensation (or FELA). I never understand the push for donations when someone is covered by WC benefits. (stating this probably gives you the perception that I am cold and uncaring. Not so, I have great respect for First Responders and those injured needlessly like this gentleman; but, there is always a rush to provide donations for things that are already provided by Workers Compensation.)
May 25, 2017, 1:38 pm
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Don't Amtrak employees also have (regular) medical and hospital insurance? If so, wouldn't that cover the conductor's hospitalization? (The major medical insurer could then go after the workers' comp insurer for reimbursement.)
May 25, 2017, 8:08 pm
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Eh it's tough, unlikely the health insurer would be willing to chip in anything since it's a work related injury. Bottom line, I can see why the family might be facing some financial hardships.