What to Do After a Workplace Injury in Pennsylvania
The steps you take after a workplace injury can affect claiming workers compensation benefits. Even if your injury seems straightforward, it is important to report the injury, seek medical care, document what happened, and understand your rights before signing paperwork or making decisions about your claim.
Stark Law Group helps injured workers in Lancaster, Harrisburg, and throughout Central Pennsylvania file workers’ compensation claims and respond when claims are denied or delayed.
The Steps You Should Take
No matter which industry you work in or what type of injury you experience, these are the basic steps that you should follow to protect your rights and ensure you receive the workers’ compensation benefits you deserve.
Report to Your Supervisor
The sooner you report your injury to your supervisor, the better. Under Pennsylvania law, you have up to 120 days to notify your employer of an accident, but it is advisable to do so as soon as possible. Failing to report within this timeframe could jeopardize your eligibility for workers’ compensation. Prompt reporting is also crucial for occupational safety and health reasons, as it allows your employer to address any workplace hazards that may have contributed to the incident.
Report to Your Supervisor
The sooner you report your injury to your supervisor, the better. Under Pennsylvania law, you have up to 120 days to notify your employer of an accident, but it is advisable to do so as soon as possible. Failing to report within this timeframe could jeopardize your eligibility for workers’ compensation. Prompt reporting is also crucial for occupational safety and health reasons, as it allows your employer to address any workplace hazards that may have contributed to the incident.
Seek Medical Attention
Seek Medical Attention
It’s important to seek medical attention immediately, even if your injury seems minor. Under Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law, although you are always permitted to choose your treating medical provider, the Law permits an Employer to deny payment for treatment during the first 90 days if you do not use a panel doctor. Proper medical documentation will be vital if you need to file a lawsuit or appeal later. Having records from a physician is critical for proving the extent of your injuries, which can impact disability benefits and potential pain and suffering claims. In the event that your claim is denied, and you do not have insurance coverage, Stark Law Group can assist you with securing necessary medical treatment for your injury.
Seek Medical Attention
It’s important to seek medical attention immediately, even if your injury seems minor. Under Pennsylvania workers’ compensation law, although you are always permitted to choose your treating medical provider, the Law permits an Employer to deny payment for treatment during the first 90 days if you do not use a panel doctor. Proper medical documentation will be vital if you need to file a lawsuit or appeal later. Having records from a physician is critical for proving the extent of your injuries, which can impact disability benefits and potential pain and suffering claims. In the event that your claim is denied, and you do not have insurance coverage, Stark Law Group can assist you with securing necessary medical treatment for your injury.