Since my work injury, I have had considerable pain, suffering and loss of usual activities. Can I receive compensation for these damages from my employer or workers compensation insurance company?
No. The workers’ compensation system limits payments to medical expenses and earnings loss only, as well as specific loss benefits if you lose a body part or lose total use of a body part such as a finger or hand because of a work injury. The law simply does not allow for pain and suffering damages as part of your workers’ compensation claim.
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- Can I recover from my pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of lifes pleasures, and for emotional distress from my injury?
