To get workers compensation from a repetitive motion injury, you must make a report and file a claim. If you are still working, notify your employer in writing as soon as possible. Your employer should give you a claim form. Complete the employee section of the form and give it to your employer.

Report the workplace injury to your work supervisor and submit a DW-1 form as soon as possible. The employer will file for your workers’ compensation claim. You should speak to a workers’ compensation attorney after your workplace injury.

Financial compensation for lost income is one of the main benefits of workers’ compensation. You may also be covered for your inability to work, lost wages and pain. Injured workers also receive paid medical care and paid medical expenses.

Call your supervisor after you receive medical attention and explain to him or her how the injury occurred. You should explain to them the circumstances that gave rise to the workplace injury as well as who was present and the end result of the injury. Also ask that your superiors file for your workers’ compensation claim.

To get a fair workers’ compensation payment, report the injury as soon as it happens. Follow instructions for medical care. Review your paperwork to ensure that your average weekly earnings are right. If you disagree with your disability rating or restrictions, you may challenge the decision through appeals and hearings.

Getting fair payment from workers’ compensation can be a difficult question. You must evaluate all the types of compensation available as well as the determination of your disability rating and ability to work. A lawyer for workers comp claims can review your case to determine if you’re being treated fairly.

If you disagree with your workers’ comp award, you have the right to a hearing in front of an Administrative Law Judge. They are a neutral third party who listens to the facts and decides what you should be paid.