Workers’ Compensation Claims

How Do I File a Workers' Compensation Claim? Employers need to follow a few steps when filing workers' compensation claims. The process begins when an injured worker reports an incident, completes the required forms and seeks medical care. Workers’ compensation insurance, also known as workers’ comp, is an important coverage to have because it can help your employees recover fromwork-related injuries or illnesses. If one of your employee tells you they got sick or injured from their work, it’s important to file a workers’ compensation claim with your insurer right away. 1. Give Your Employee a Workers’ Comp Claim Form If you’re told someone got hurt or sick from their job, make sure they get appropriate medical care. You’ll also want to give your employee a claim form to complete so they can apply for workers’ compensation benefits. Without a completed form, your employee can’t get workers’ compensation benefits that could help them recover and return to work. 2. Submit Official Claim...