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Hi, I am Ina Aldawen. Upon losing my mother at a young age, I was thrust into the world of estate lawyers in an instant. Although the process could have been a nightmare, I was lucky to end up with an accomplished and kind lawyer. The lawyer taught me all I needed to know about handling my mother's estate properly. I escaped the situation unscathed and with my relationships intact. Although I hope to never have to deal with that situation again, I at least know enough to get through it without too much stress. I built this site to share this knowledge with you in an attempt to help the world deal with estate situations better. Losing a loved one should never include a legal battle over belongings and funds. Unfortunately, it often does, so it's best to stay prepared. Come by often to learn more.

Why You Should Always Report Workplace Injuries

23 January 2015
 Categories: Law, Blog

A workplace injury is any type of injury that occurs while on the premises of your job, whether performing normal business tasks or not. It is usually covered by your company's workers' compensation insurance policy, which helps pay for your medical costs and lost income if you need to take time off work. The first thing you must do after getting an injury is report it to your supervisor. Here are the top reasons why this is so essential.

They Can Get You Help

In some cases, you don't have a serious injury, but are starting to get discomfort or pain from your job. This is a very good reason to report it to your supervisor, because they can try to fix the situation. For example, if you are experiencing wrist pain at your office job, they can check the ergonomics of your workstation to make sure your keyboard is placed right and your chair is at the right height. This allows you to start finding relief without making it a more serious injury that could keep you away from your job altogether.

You Can Change Positions

Another reason to tell your supervisor that you are experiencing pain or injuries from your job is because they might be able to switch you to another position. If have been driving semi-trucks to deliver packages and experiencing severe back pain, they might be able to switch you to a warehouse or office job that is easier on your body. This allows you to keep your job and keep earning a paycheck without needing back surgery from continuing to drive the truck.

It is Necessary for Claims

The last reason to report a workplace injury is if you want to file a workers' compensation claim. When you get injured at work and are covered by workers' comp, the policy helps to pay your medical costs and lost income. Your first visit to the doctor or emergency room, medications, and surgery are all covered by the policy. In addition, you can file a claim to get lost income reimbursed if you have to take time off work or change your hours as a result of the workplace injury. The insurance company will require you to have followed the right procedure, which begins with reporting it to your supervisor or human resources department.

If you reported your injury but you were denied coverage by workers' compensation, contact a lawyer specializing in employment law, such as The Law Firm of Fitzgerald, Reese & Van Dyne, Co.. They will help you with your case and get you the benefits you deserve.