Iowa State Workers Compensation
Start with these answers to questions if you have been injured in Iowa. The most important thing is to tell your company immediately that you have sustained an injury. Don’t delay and if it is an injury that comes on over time, as soon as you are aware of it you need to report it.
All companies are required to carry workers compensation insurance. However, there is always a possibility that the company you work for isn’t complying with the law. To find out if your company has paid into the workers comp. system go here.
Benefit Types
As in most states, you can possibly get medical benefits as well as compensation for hours lost if you miss work. each situation is different and what you will get depends on your injury and how the insurance company decides to take care of it.
If you have a dispute with your employer or their insurance carrier over your workers compensation claim, you might have to get a hearing and that is where the state of Iowa steps in. It is their job to make sure all claims are handled and the right thing is done. To find out more about having a hearing go to this page on the Iowa DWC website.