When you get hurt while on the job, you at first fear losing your job because of the accident. Even if you are not responsible for what happened, you know that company leaders disdain work-related accidents and any injuries that have to be reported to corporate heads.
You fear even more for your livelihood if you have to make a workers comp claim against your employer. You worry that you will suffer reprisals once you go back to work. You can protect your employment and pursue benefits that you are entitled to by hiring an employment lawyer to handle your case today.
Filing a Workers Comp Claim
Most states put a time limit on how long that you have to make a workers comp claim against your employer. Some states require you to take this action within 48 to 72 hours after getting hurt. Other states give you up to a week to 10 days to make a claim. It is imperative that you do not allow the statute of limitation to expire after you get hurt on the job. You need to file a claim as quickly as possible to lay the groundwork for future compensation if needed. Your employment lawyer can file this claim immediately for you so that you can have your present medical expenses covered in full.
Avoiding Reprisals at Work
Your lawyer can also make sure that you are not unduly punished at work for getting hurt. He or she can monitor your employer’s behavior toward you in the coming weeks and months. If your lawyer suspects that your boss or supervisor is not treating you fairly, he or she can take immediate legal action on your behalf. You can find out more about hiring an employment lawyer online. Contact Gillick, Wicht, Gillick & Graf today.
