What happens when you get injured at work?

Workers’ compensation benefits are designed to provide you with the medical treatment you need to recover from your work related injury or illness, partially replace the wages you lose while you are recovering, and help you return to work. Workers’ compensation benefits do not include damages for pain and suffering or punitive damages.

Do you have the right to say no to a work injury claim?

You have the right to say, “no.” The laws in each state provide that you can pursue a workers’ compensation claim without fear of reprisal or harassment from your employer. If your employer makes it difficult for you to freely exercise these rights, the penalties imposed upon the employer can be quite severe.

Who are the people who work with you after an injury?

After you are hurt on the job, many people work with you to decide how you will stay at work or return to work and what work you will do. These people include: • Your primary treating physician; • Your employer (supervisors or others in management); • The claims administrator; • Your attorney, if you have one.

What does Liberty Mutual injured worker toolkit do?

The Liberty Mutual Injured Worker Toolkit is a self-service portal allowing injured workers the capability to view key claim data, enroll in electronic deposit, and search in-network medical providers.

When to report an injury or illness at work?

If your injury or illness developed gradually, report it as soon as you learn or believe it was caused by your job. Reporting promptly helps avoid problems and delays in receiving benefits, including medical care.

Which is the third most common mistake made after a job injury?

This is referred to as a Major Contributing Cause (MCC) and it is a common objection. However, arguing about an MCC and whether or not it was work related is much easier than fighting worker’s compensation fraud. The third most common mistake is failing to report the total extent of your injuries to your doctor.

What happens if you don’t report a workers’comp injury?

Reporting promptly helps avoid problems and delays in receiving benefits, including medical care. If you don’t report your injury within 30 days, you could lose your right to receive workers’ compensation benefits.

When do you report a workman’s Comp injury?

When the injury is reported, the report should include the date, time, and circumstances of the injury. Each state has different requirements about when an injury should be reported, but it’s always best to report the injury as soon as it happens.

Is there a guidebook for injured workers in California?

Workers’ Compensation in California A Guidebook for Injured Workers Sixth Edition April 2016 This guidebook was designed and produced by the Office of the Director, Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), in consultation with the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC), State of California.

What happens if I’m late reporting a work injury?

When you suffer a work injury, it’s important to report it promptly. Most states have relatively short deadlines for doing so, and late reporting may result in your benefits being reduced or automatically denied. Reporting deadlines vary from state to state. Many states, such as California and Florida, have 30-day deadlines.