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Aside from getting immediate medical attention for a severe injury, you must notify your employer about the accident. According to the New York Workers' Compensation Board, you must submit a written notification that explains how you were injured or became ill (if a work-related illness). You must do this within 30 days of the injury or illness. Do not send a text. Notify your employer by written letter or email.
Yes. It is important to inform your doctor that your injury or illness is work-related. Also, you should provide the name of your employer’s workers compensation insurer. If you don’t know the name, you can ask your employer. Or, you can contact the Workers Compensation Board and request the insurer’s name. Your medical provider will file medical treatment reports with the insurer and the Workers Compensation Board.
In most circumstances, yes you can. Workers compensation does not hold parties responsible or determine who was at fault. It pays for medical expenses and lost wages on a no-fault basis. However, if you were taking drugs or drinking on the job, or if you intentionally injured yourself, workers comp would not cover your injuries.
If you are still on company premises when injured, whether taking a break or eating a meal, workers comp should cover your injury. In addition, as long as you are involved in work related activity, such as traveling or doing a work errand, workers compensation should cover the claim.
Reasons the Workers Compensation Board may deny a claim include:
Contact a New York workers comp lawyer. Schedule a free consultation with one of our attorneys at Sackstein, Sackstein & Lee, LLP. We can discuss your claim and explain how we can help.
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