For anyone who has recently had a workplace injury, start by looking at these workers compensation FAQ’s. The go here and read this which gives you more important information.

It is your responsibility to notify your employer if you have become injured on the job. Do it as soon as you get injured because you need them to start the process in motion. They will have to fill out a form and then instruct you what to do next. If your next step is to see a doctor, they may let you see your own doctor or they might tell you which one to see. Follow their instruction EXACTLY because if you don’t, it could lead to a loss of workers comp. benefits down the line.

How You Get Workers Comp. Benefits

The state of Kansas does not give you money or pay any benefits. They only act as a mediator if necessary. Your employer’s insurance company is the one who pays your benefits and so you have to get your claim to them (through your employer) so they can approve it. As will all things insurance related, there can be instances where they deny your claim for one reason or another. The main reasons would be that they don’t think your injury is work related or they might claim that your injury is not the type that is covered.

If you workers compensation claim is rejected or if you have any trouble getting benefits, that is what the state is for. You will have to have a hearing and possibly might need a lawyer.