JENKINTOWN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS

It’s one of the first things we learn as children, but it’s something so many people forget as they get older: don’t lie. That is an especially important fact to remember as your file your workers’ compensation claim.

It is a given that you should not file for workers’ compensation if you are not actually injured in any way. Part of being approved for workers’ comp is visiting a doctor to get evaluated. Even if you tell your employer that you are hurt, the doctor will disprove that right away if it isn’t true. Not only will you be denied benefits, but it’s a very real possibility that you could lose your job for lying.

If you are truly injured, some people still feel the need to tell little white lies or simply inflate the truth a bit. You do not need to make your injury seem worse than it is – an injury is an injury. If you can’t do your job, it doesn’t matter how severe it is.

The best thing you can do is simply follow the rules and make sure the entire process is handled appropriately. No one can accuse you of fraud if you are honest. The first thing you should do immediately following your injury is go to the doctor to get evaluated. Do not wait to seek medical treatment – your injury could get even worse if you wait too long, and things could get even more complicated. Visit the doctor ASAP to receive your diagnosis and treatment plan. Also be sure to let them know during that appointment that your injury is work-related. If you aren’t clear and honest about that from the beginning, it may negatively impact your claim for benefits.

In the case of workers’ compensation, honesty is always the best policy.

If you were injured at work and need help with your Philadelphia workers’ compensation claim, contact Mednick, Mezyk and Kredo for a free consultation at 888-807-WORK (9675).