How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
Unless an injury either renders the employee physically or mentally unable to do so, or is made known to the employer immediately after it occurs, the employee shall report the injury to the employer on a form prescribed or approved by the Workers` Compensation Commission. The employer shall not be responsible for disability, medical, or other benefits prior to receipt of the employee`s report of injury.
A claim for compensation for disability on account of an injury, other than an occupational disease and occupational infection, shall not be allowed unless filed with the commission within two years from the date of the work related injury. If, during the twoyear period following the filing of the claim, the injured employee receives no weekly benefit compensation and receives no medical treatment resulting from the alleged injury, the claim shall be denied thereafter.
Other Arkansas Workers' Compensation FAQs
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How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
A: Worker`s Compensation Law requires that all employers with three or more employees must carry insurance to cover all reasonable and necessary medical expenses for … More -
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What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
A: You may be entitled to receive all reasonable and necessary medical treatment, benefits for lost wages, benefits for specific injuries resulting in permanent … More -
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If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
A: When the employee selects a physician, the commission shall not authorize a change of physician unless the employee first establishes to the satisfaction of the … More -
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When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?
A: There is a sevenday waiting period before any wage replacement benefits are paid. If your work related injury lasts longer than that time period, then benefits … More -
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If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?
A: If your employer has employment available to you within your medical restrictions and you decline, your employer may request a modification or termination of your … More -
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My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
A: The Workers` Compensation Commission can provide the claimant an opportunity to confer with a legal advisor on the staff of the commission to be advised of their … More
