Will I Be Financially Compensated If I Get Hurt on the Job?

Getting hurt while on the job can be scary. You might not know who to turn to for help, what steps to take next, or even whether you should make a “big deal” out of it. 

Trust us, it’s always better to document workplace injuries so that you will be entitled to the proper help. Workers’ compensation (and its financial benefits) is a part of that.  

At Injury and Health Urgent Care, we do more than just diagnose. Melissa Kempf, MD, and Shannon Wait, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, focus on helping you holistically, including diagnosis, treatment, and assistance with filing a workers’ comp claim.

The history and purpose of workers’ compensation 

Workers’ compensation didn’t always exist in the U.S. In fact, many people worked dangerous and low-paying jobs, were frequently injured, and then forced to deal with the consequences of that injury on their own. 

It wasn’t until the turn of the 20th century that certain states began to pass workers’ compensation laws.  

Modern workers’ compensation laws exist because there’s always a possibility of getting hurt on the job. Whether your work is “dangerous” or sedentary, injury is always possible. From head injuries to repetitive stress injuries, employers are now mandated to cover various medical and personal expenses.

Provided you meet the requirements, lost wages, medical treatment related to the injury, bill coverage, and death benefits to family members all fall under compensation for a workplace accident or injury. These are important expenses to cover because the average worker can’t deal with them alone. 

How to ensure you’ll be compensated for a workplace injury

First and foremost, if you’re hurt at work, make sure you act as quickly as possible. If you experience a sudden injury, reach out to any coworkers who have witnessed the event, and follow your employer’s protocols for job injuries. Make sure to document everything. Tell your employer you want to file an injury report, and do so thoroughly. 

Next, visit a clinic like ours. Urgent care clinics see many patients who have experienced workplace injuries. We can provide you with the next steps to help ensure you receive your benefits, including financial compensation. The most important thing you can do is visit a medical facility right away so that documentation can begin as soon as possible. 

You may think a long-term injury (like repetitive stress) would be handled differently. This isn’t the case. If you suspect that you may be dealing with an injury associated with long-term repetitive stress, don’t wait for it to worsen. This will only make it harder to treat and harder to prove that it’s the result of your workplace. Visit us as soon as possible in this case as well. 

How we help

The first thing we complete is a physical exam. We look at the area of the injury and ask you questions about how it feels, when the pain started, and what may have caused the problem. We may then conduct diagnostic tests to fully determine the type and extent of your injury. All of this is part of the documentation you’ll need to file a claim. 

Once we’ve determined a diagnosis, we immediately switch to helping you file a claim. This could mean gathering paperwork for you, assisting you with seeking the right channels for filing, and even helping you find legal assistance, should you require it. 

Our office is a full-service facility that provides all the necessary support for patients seeking compensation.

Can we guarantee you’ll be financially compensated? 

Every patient is different, and we must deal with each situation on a case-by-case basis. However, we do everything we can to assist you in finding the care, treatment, support, and compensation you require after getting hurt at work. That’s why workers’ compensation exists, after all, and we’re committed to helping you get what you require.

To make an appointment at our San Antonio, Texas, office, simply call or book online today. We’re here to help.