Workman’s Compensation In Virginia
Start my going here if you have been injured while you were at work. You should also print out this flow chart which gives details you will want to keep handy at all times during your journey of trying to get healthy and collect your benefits. Finally you should take a look at these FAQ’s that will make things clearer.
Getting hurt on the job is not fun and can be very stressful when you realize it may interrupt your working and your paychecks. Make sure you report any injury right away to a supervisor so that all claims can be filed in a timely manner and and you can get in to see a doctor and know that the medical costs will be covered.
Benefits You May Be Eligible For
In Virginia there are a variety of benefits you might get for being injured and losing work time. Medical benefits will be paid as well as wage replacement money for hours lost on the job. You might also be able to get disability, vocational training, and death benefits depending on your particular situation.
Did Insurance Deny Your Claim?
Unemployment benefits in Virginia are not paid by the state. They are paid for by insurance companies that your employer holds insurance through and these are “for profit” insurance companies. For this reason, your claim could be denied even though you think it is legitimate. If this happens to you, it may be necessary to get the help of a lawyer or at least have your situation mediated. Please read this to get information about what your steps of action should be.