While workers’ compensation is supposed to cover medical expenses and a certain amount of lost wages while you recover, it is not uncommon for employers and their powerful insurance companies to fight these claims. The Bethel Manor workers compensation lawyers of Rutter Mills works hard on your behalf, so you can receive the maximum compensation you deserve.
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What to Do After a Work Injury
When injured at work, report it to your supervisor as soon as possible. If it requires a trip to the emergency room, make sure to inform hospital personnel that it is work-related. If the injury does not appear serious enough for the ER, your employer will authorize a visit to a doctor for examination and treatment.
In addition, report the injury to the employer, in writing, within 30 days of the accident. The employer must then file a report with the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission (VWCC). You must file a VWCC claim within two years.
If dealing with a work-related illness rather than an injury, the same regulations apply. However, in these situations, you have 30 days from the diagnosis in which to report it to your employer. Failure to comply with these rules can result in claim denial.
Contact Our Team of Bethel Manor Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
If you are experiencing issues with a workers’ comp claim, the dedicated Bethel Manor workers’ compensation attorneys at Rutter Mills can help. Call us today to arrange a free consultation or contact us online. Over the past half-century, we have won thousands of workers’ compensation cases for our clients.
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If you’ve been injured on the job, workers’ compensation insurance may entitle you to critical assistance like medical treatment, lost wages, and more. But insurance companies will put up an aggressive fight to resist paying you the compensation you need and deserve. Rutter Mills can help get you the money you deserve.