Workers Compensation Injury Claim

Employees across the United States have legal right to a line of benefits known as workers compensation. Because most states mandate that employers have insurance, any employee who is legitimately injured can file a workers compensation injury claim to collect damages. To actually receive the benefits, of course, it is imperative that the injuries not only are real, but also are justifiably work-related. To begin, any employee wishing to file a claim will should consult with a doctor; some employers may request a company insurance doctor to ensure legitimacy. Time is also of the essence; not only are there statutes of limitations concerning on the job injuries, it is also easier to prove the relation to work if the claim is made in a timely manner. Although workers compensation benefits are non-fault, it is still important to prove that either the injury was the result of work, or happened at the workplace.

Fast Facts

    • Car crashes are a leading cause of workplace fatalities
    • More than 4.1 million injuries and illnesses result from employment each year

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