When a worker is injured on the job, they may have the right to pursue a Workers Compensation Claim in Luzerne County PA. These benefits provide wage replacement, medical treatment, and other types of financial assistance. The Pennsylvania Bureau of Worker’s Compensation is the overseer for all workers compensation claims filed in the state of Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania is a no-fault state which means an injured worker does not have to prove their employer was negligent. If a worker was injured on the job or the injury was caused by the work done, a worker will typically be able to receive workers compensation benefits. These are the benefits available:
* Total or temporary disability payments
* Compensation for a specific loss
* Medical care
* Vocational rehab
Although not required, it is generally expected an injured employer will inform their employer of their injury within twenty-one days of the date the injury occurred or was discovered. If the employer is not informed within 120 days, the injured worker will not be entitled to pursue workers compensation benefits. When a worker informs their employer, they will generally be asked to fill out an accident report. Any information provided in the report will be used in the process of determining benefits so it is imperative a person takes time in filling out the report and provides accurate information.
The injured worker must see a doctor that is provided by the employer. The state of Pennsylvania requires an injured worker to see this employer doctor for the first ninety days of care and then they are allowed to choose their own doctor. Once a claim has been filed with the insurance company, the state gives the company twenty-one days to come back with a decision. If a denial is given, the employee has the right to appeal.
If you are dealing with a serious work injury, it is important you know your rights and do everything you can to protect them. Contact The Law Office of Robert D. Elias, They will be happy to help you through the process and will be there to guide you each step of the way. Call today for your appointment so they can help you with your Workers Compensation Claim in Luzerne County PA.
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