As a working professional in the United States today, it is important that every person has at least a general understanding of what workers comp is and how it operates. Workers comp, which is short for workers compensation insurance is a special type of insurance put in place for those who get injured from accidents that happen at work. In the US today, employers are legally responsible to have insurance that will cover their employee’s safety in the workplace. This means when an injury happens at work; whether its slipping and falling or an accident from the normal hazards of a job; the company can cover the cost of the damage done to the worker in question. Workers comp insurance also works with things like violence in the workplace and even natural disasters at work.
This insurance is important for employees for a few different reasons. Mainly the insurance will help cover the employee when they are injured. Typically they will get money to cover their lost wages and money to help cover the medical bills that resulted from the accident. There are also benefits that are provided to the family of anyone that should die from a work related accident. This insurance program will vary from state to state and while Minnesota may have different specific rules and regulations compared to other states, on a basic level this insurance can be of great benefit to an employee should they be injured on the job.
However, workers comp isn’t only important for the employee, it is also important for the employers as well. With workers compensation insurance the employer is protected from lawsuits that may stem from the injuries their employees receive after a workplace accident. Having a basic understanding of workers comp is important for both employers and employees. However, there are many complications involved with this type of insurance and many things that can govern the way in which workers comp operates. This is why seeking the advice of a legal professional is also recommended when there is an issue related to workers compensation.
Since the process of determining the fault of the accident can sometimes be hazy and hard to determine; it is recommended that any person who believes they are dealing with a potential workers comp issue; whether they are the employer or the employee, takes the time to call an attorney first. With their help it can be possible to get to the bottom of the issue and to make sure that both parties get the protection they need. No matter what side of the issue you may be on, calling an attorney first is always the smart choice.
Malone & Atchison specialize in workers compensation and will help you settle your case satisfactorily.
