If you have time off of work or need medical care because you believe you were exposed at work:
YOU MUST FILE an “Employee Report of Injury” (found here) within thirty days of having reason to believe you got it because of work!
If the employer or its insurer fail to pay your time loss and medical care within two weeks of your report or dispute or controvert any part of the claim, contact us by email or by phone at 907-279-9132. We are still hard at work for injured workers!
Workers' compensation coverage exists to protect employees from financial hardship if they get hurt on the job. Most employers in Texas provide coverage for their workers that both helps to minimize the company's liability and reimburse individuals for medical costs...
