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Glossary of Workers' Compensation Law Terms
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Maximal medical improvement (MMI): Once it is
unlikely that your condition will change or improve with or
without further medical treatment, an MMI is determined. Once
you reach MMI, a doctor can assess a permanent disability
rating.
Medical-legal report: A report written by a doctor that
describes your medical condition. These reports are written to
help clarify disputed medical issues.
Medical treatment: Treatment required to cure or
relieve the effects of an injury or illness.
Modified work: Your old job is changed to allow you to
continue doing it with your current injury.
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