(From a 24-7PressRelease)Â While most employers make worker safety a top priority, as mandated and regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), on-the-job injuries do still happen. This is the reason for the government-mandated Workers’ Compensation program. Workers’ Compensation is designed to compensate victims of workplace injuries and illnesses.
In general, the purpose of Workers’ Compensations laws is to ensure that all the injured worker’s medical bills and lost time are covered in exchange for ceding the right to sue the employer for negligence. However, the system is not perfect and problems can arise that prevent employees from getting the compensation they deserve.
Denial of benefits
While many employers act in good faith in the best interests of injured employees, getting them their benefits promptly and completely, some work to undermine Worker’s Compensation claims. This happens for one simple reason–profits. Most large employers are required to carry Workers’ Compensation insurance to ensure that funds are available to provide benefits.
However, employers can save money on insurance premiums by reducing the amount of benefits they pay out, and their insurance company is happy to help them.
Injuries not caused by accidents
Many workers assume that Workers’ Compensation only applies in cases where the injury was caused by a specific accident. In fact, you may be eligible for compensation for a wide range of injuries and illnesses caused by repetitive motion, daily tasks, or the workplace environment.
For example, carpal-tunnel syndrome and asbestosis can be qualifying conditions.
If you are injured on the job or become ill from workplace conditions, be sure to follow all of your employer’s reporting procedures. Failing to comply with your employer’s policies may jeopardize your claim and give the employer legal grounds to deny your benefits.
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