Question 1. I have been injured on the job. What should I do?
You should immediately report the injury to your supervisor. You should also request that the employer be responsible for the appropriate medical treatment.

Question 2. Must my employer pay my medical bills?
An employer must furnish the medically necessary remedial treatment, care and attendance required by a compensable injury, but done so in accordance with certain requirements and exceptions. For example, the law requires you to go to a physician or health care provider authorized by your employer and respective insurance carrier. If you do not feel you are getting proper treatment or your employer denies your claim you should contact an attorney.

Question 3. How much can you get for me? What is my case worth?
The value of your case is directly related to the benefits that can be obtained for you based on your needs, including but not limited to medical (e.g. medically necessary expenditures besides doctors' bills such as attendant care and therapeutic equipment for your home), indemnity (lost wages commonly equal to two-thirds of your average weekly wages during the ninety-one day period immediately before your injury, for temporary disabilities), and other benefits.

Question 4. I filed a worker's compensation claim and my employer is really angry. Can he/she fire me?
By law an employer cannot fire you for filing or attempting to file a workers compensation claim. However, the law does not require your employer to hold your position until you can return to work.

Question 5. Do I have to go to the doctor if my employer tells me to?
Your employer has the right to select the doctor who will treat you. If you see your doctor without the permission of your employer, you will be responsible for the costs. If you refuse medical treatment, your employer could stop your benefits.

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