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Delaware Workers' Compensation FAQs

• Q: How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
  A: Immediately notify the employer in writing of any work related injury or occupational disease and request medical services. Failure to give notice or to accept medical … More
• Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
  A: In Delaware, employers with one or more employees are required to carry workers` compensation insurance.
• Q: What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
  A: Employees are entitled to payment of medical treatment when injured at work; entitled to payment of lost wages when disabled more than three work days, or if injury … More
• Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
  A: The injured worker may initially choose the doctor that will treat and manage the work related injury. The employer and/or insure do reserve the right to have you … More
• Q: When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?
  A: Wage­loss benefits will begin 7 days from the date of the work related injury, this includes the date of injury. Wage­loss benefits are paid at a rate … More
• Q: If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?
  A: If you cannot return to full­time regular work or to your regular job classification due to your injury and you return to modified duty with reduced wages or … More
• Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
  A: If the employer (or its insurer) denies benefits, a hearing may be held before the Industrial Accident Board. In case of failure to reach an agreement with the … More

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