How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Arizona
Filing a Worker's Compensation claim in the state of Arizona is a straightforward process for a person injured at his place of work. Worker's compensation laws in Arizona allow for medical expenses to be paid through the employer's insurance. An injured employee may also be entitled to receive a percentage of his wages, depending on the severity of the injury. Filing a claim immediately and truthfully will enable the state to determine your case as quickly as possible.
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Instructions
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Fill out forms at the hospital if you are able to do so. Advise the attending staff that your injury occurred on the job if you are hospitalized. According to the Industrial Commission of Arizona (ICA), the emergency room or doctor's office should give you the "Worker's and Physician's Report of Injury" to fill out and sign. By signing this form, you are applying for worker's compensation benefits.
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Make sure your employer is aware of the injury. Notify your employer immediately about your injury. You may request worker compensation forms from your employer if you did not fill out forms during a hospital visit.
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Submit the compensation claim yourself if necessary. Fill out and send in forms to the ICA yourself if you were not hospitalized or if your employer does not have the forms available. Submitting the compensation claim is ultimately your responsibility. You may download the correct form from the ICA and mail a paper copy to submit your claim.
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Request a hearing if denied. Request a hearing if your employer's insurance company denies the claim. According to the ICA, the insurance company has 21 days to accept or deny your claim. If denied, you have 90 days to file a request for hearing via letter or form mailed to the ICA and signed by yourself or your legal representative.
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Tips & Warnings
Your claim must be filed within one year of your injury.
Your claim may specify compensation for medical costs, for time lost due to your inability to work, or both.
You can contact the Arizona Ombudsman for last-resort mediation or questions regarding your claim. The Ombudsman cannot provide legal advice, however.
Worker's compensation law is very complex. You may want to consider legal representation if your case requires litigation.
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