Divorce Law and You

When you are hurt bad enough while at your job that you will be unable to work for a while, you know that you will need to file for compensation benefits from your employer. While in a perfect world these benefits should start automatically, you will need to file a claim and prove that you were actually hurt at work. 

After being hurt, there are likely a lot of thoughts running through your mind, making it hard to think about what you need to do. There are a couple of things that you should remember when you are injured at work and will need to file for worker's compensation.

1. Documentation of Your Injury for the Claim Begins Immediately

One thing you need to know is that gathering documentation about your injury for use as evidence is that it begins immediately after you are hurt. Tell your superior about the accident, and make sure that they fill out the proper forms that are required by your employer. 

After the forms are filled out and you have received a copy, let them know that you wish to go directly to the emergency room. Even if they have a doctor on-site, you want to have a third-party doctor who is impartial to examine you and document anything they find. Once you have all of this documentation, you can show it to an attorney once you contact them.

2. Communication with Your Workplace and Their Insurance Company Should Be Done by an Attorney 

Another thing you need to remember is that you should have as little communication with your workplace and their insurance company as possible. While they may seem concerned about your well-being, chances are that they are trying to get you to say something that will negate your claim.

Since communication will still need to occur, you need to hire an attorney as soon as possible and direct any phone calls or letters to them. The lawyer can relay information and answer any questions in a way that will not negatively impact your claim after you file for benefits.

As soon as possible after your injury at work, start gathering documentation by reporting the accident to your boss and having a third-party physician examine you for the medical report. You should also schedule a consultation with a worker's compensation lawyer as soon as possible so that they can take over communications with your workplace for you as well as guide you through the process of filing your claim. For more information, contact a firm like Weaver Law firm.