<prompt> Human: Ive been offered 40,000 to drop workers comp claim seeking advice. Im not seeking medical feedback, but Im wondering if there are any other financial aspects of this offer I should think about? In 2008 I tweaked by back at work by pulling a hand truck up on a trailer. I felt something pop in my back as I was doing it, and felt sick to my stomach right after. I go to Dr. and they advise surgery right away. I had a lower laminectomy within a couple weeks. Of course I file work-comp claim. Fast forward to 2015. Ive long since healed. My work-comp status is Permanent and Stationary. Ive lost some feeling and movement in my left foot and my left calf muscles have degenerated greatly. At this time I go to the WC doctor twice a year and he prescribes painkillers and muscle relaxants as needed. I dont really need either. I have health insurance through my company so if something goes south, I can go to the hospitaldr. with no problems other than the co-pay. Ive been going back and forth about the pros and cons of giving up free, permanent continued care for my back vs. assuming some of the risk and trying to live the rest of my life taking care of any future problems stemming from the original injury on my own. The offer on the table from the WC Company for the exchange equals 40,000. Any financial feedback? Thanks.  <response>: What does your lawyer think of the offer? If you dont have a lawyer stop whatever your doing and go get one before accepting and or signing anything. More than likely it is a low ball offer preying on your ignorance and work ethic. Go get a lawyer. 