What documentation will I need when filing a workers’ compensation claim?
When you’ve been injured on the job in Virginia and you are filing for workers’ compensation benefits, different documentation will be needed at different times. While the days and weeks following an injury can be difficult, it’s important to gather and protect this vital paperwork as you receive it. Some of the documents are simply …
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How Do You Report a Work Injury in Virginia?
There are three ways to report your injury. First, you need to report your injury to your employer. Even if your injury was witnessed by other employees, including your direct supervisor, it is YOUR responsibility to immediately (as soon as you are able) contact your employer to advise them of your work injury and how …
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What happens if I lose permanent function of a body part?
When a job related injury results in the loss of use of a certain body part or parts that are specifically included in the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Act, an injured worker may be eligible to collect benefits for the loss of use of that body part or parts. The amount of compensation differs depending on …
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Are you joking, workers’ compensation gets my money from my auto accident claim?
If workers’ compensation insurance has paid any benefits to you or on your behalf that are included in the auto accident claim, then the workers’ compensation insurance carrier not only has a lien against any money you get from the auto accident case but you MUST get the workers’ compensation insurance carrier’s permission before you …
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How To Deal With Your Workers Compensation Doctor
Main Takeaways: Workers’ compensation is for people who get hurt at work, and short-term disability is for injuries or illness that are deemed non-work related (car accidents, sickness, or diseases). If you file for workers’ compensation and get denied, you can then file for short-term disability. If your employer tells you to file for short-term …
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5 Indicators That You Need To Hire A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
First of all, let me just say, not everyone needs a lawyer. In many cases, you don’t necessarily need the involvement of workers’ compensation lawyer to obtain your benefits after a work injury. If your claim is accepted and medical care is being approved and (when applicable) lost wage benefits are being paid properly, you …
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How Long Can You Receive Workers Compensation Benefits in Virginia?
One of the most common questions about workers’ compensation benefits is how long they will last. The answer starts out like most answers to questions about workers’ compensation claims in Virginia. It depends. Each case is different and there are many variables that will determine exactly how long you will receive benefits. It’s also important …
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Do Workman’s Comp Settlements Work?
Most people who find themselves involved in a workers’ compensation case because of an injury at work eventually find themselves considering a settlement. It may very well be in your best interest to accept a settlement offer, especially if you have mounting bills or reason to believe that you might lose if your case advances …
Virginia Firefighters Push for Greater Cancer Coverage in Workers’ Compensation
Across Virginia, firefighters are on a mission: to secure fair workers’ compensation benefits for all. The Virginia workers’ compensation system is designed to provide benefits to all employees who suffer an on-the-job injury or develop an illness related to work. Yet some firefighters are unable to access these benefits when they need them the most. …
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How to Fill Out a Virginia Workers Compensation Claims Form
Update: In January of 2019 the Virginia Workers Compensation Commission released an updated Claims Form. This article has been updated to reflect those changes. Download the Claim Form by clicking here. When injured in an accident at work, you want to receive the proper compensation benefits based on your injuries, lost wages, and needed medical …
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