How Do You Qualify For Workmens Compensation?
Getting injured during work hours does not automatically qualify you for workmen’s compensation. There are many factors that go into the final decision as to whether an injury was truly work-related. If you suffered an injury, explore all possible angles before attempting to file a claim. When in doubt, consult with a workmen’s compensation lawyer. Some cases are too complex to be filed or decided on your own and only a professional can determine whether you actually have a case. Read your company’s manual to see what it says about workmen’s compensation. There may be guidelines as to what type of incidents entitle you to filing a claim and what compensation you may expect. In certain companies, the issue of compensation may also be included in your contract, so it’s important that you go over it as well. Establish whether you got hurt due to your negligence or because of something your employer did (or failed to do) in your place of employment. You may qualify for workmen’s compensati