How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?

Other Nebraska Workers' Compensation FAQs

• Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
  A: The Nebraska Workers` Compensation Act applies to the State of Nebraska, to every governmental agency created by it, and to every employer in the state employing one … More
• Q: 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
• Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
  A: The employee has the right to select a physician who has maintained the medical records of the employee (or an immediate family member) when the employer notifies the … More
• Q: When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?
  A: Compensation benefits begin on the eighth calendar day of disability due to the injury. Compensation for the first seven days of disability is not paid unless the … More
• Q: 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
• Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
  A: If your employer or their insurance carrier has denied your claim, you can contact the Nebraska Workers` Compensation Court by calling or writing to the address or … More