If you are injured on the job at Walmart, you should notify your supervisor or manager right away. While the claims process varies from one state to another, you should get your claim started by talking with your store’s human resources manager. That person will have the list of approved physicians that you can see and have the costs covered by workers’ compensation. Failure to see a doctor from the approved list can lead to you being held responsible for your own medical expenses. Your human resources department can help direct you toward the right way to get your claim underway. Filing A Workers’ Compensation Claim In some states, you simply start your claim within your company. Regardless of how the claim must be filed, your employer must be notified so an accident report can be filled out. Make sure you are consistent in your details and very precise. You need to be specific when explaining the accident and the injury you suffered. You will need to get a copy of the accident report for your records. A wise approach at getting the process underway is to talk with a workers’ compensation attorney. A lawyer will be familiar with the state workers’ comp laws and will make sure your claim gets started as it should with all paperwork being filed in a timely manner with all the proper entities. Filing a Claim With the State Some states require the claim to be filed by the injured worker with the state board. Other states require the employer to notify the state board of the accident and claim within a specified time period. The employer is also supposed to notify their insurer, but Walmart is self-insured, meaning the company handles its own insurance needs and will cover the costs of any approved workers’ compensation claims. Most states require a specific form be filed with the state when a workers’ compensation claim is filed, so you need to make sure that this is done. Sometimes the employer will file the form. At other times, the worker or an attorney for the injured worker will file the documents that are required. Follow Through With Medical Care You should seek medical care right away from a doctor on the approved list of workers’ comp providers. Continue with the necessary follow-up care. By doing this, you are improving your odds of a successful claim. You will not be paid for missed work unless you have a physician’s note indicating you are unable to work. Consult With A Workers’ Compensation Lawyer If you have been injured on the job at Walmart, consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. A lawyer will help you get your claim filed in a timely manner. Enlist the help of an attorney from your state, so he or she will be familiar with the state laws and will know how to proceed with a claim. Complete the Free Case Evaluation Form to get your claim on the right track today. Additional Resources What is the Average Walmart* Workers’ Compensation Claim? Can I File A Claim If I Am A Walmart* Part-Time Employee? *Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Walmart or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
