Can I ask why you went through the Department of Labor? Usually it's a state WC commission. THEY are the ones that can order and force WC to pay or impose heavy penalties for them not paying. I know the laws in every state are different but there are ways to get expedited hearings in these situations. I HIGHLY encourage you to do some research online regarding the laws in your particular state...started with the state WC commission website. It can be tedious reading...but I learned a lot from it about my rights.

Also...if you feel (after your research) that your attorney is not doing enough for you...switch. You will not get more taken out from any awards/settlements as there is a TOTAL cap on what attorneys can take from a settlement and you will end up with the same % either...but with a better attorney that might not only be more money...but timely treatment and payment of bills as well.

So sorry you are in this situation...it is all too common and very depressing. Unfortunately...I've seen the other side too where people make ridiculous and false claims just so they don't have to work or to get a quick payout (WC will settle something they know is a false claim or weak case very quickly for a small amount of money just to make it go away). So much corruption on both sides and the ONLY ones who suffer are the ones who need the help most...the ones with serious injuries that need treatment. Sad to say...but it is what it is so we just have to protect ourselves, learn to stand up for our rights (and know what those rights are), and hope we aren't completely destroyed in the process.