If you are employed by Walgreen and you are injured while at work you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation. This is a payment made when you have either been injured at Walgreens or you have fallen sick due to exposure to a dangerous substance while working at Walgreens. It covers lost wages and medical costs while you are unable to work. Each state is responsible for its own WC laws, so depending on the state most require all businesses which hire more than a single employee to take out workers’ compensation coverage for their employees. In some states the minimum number of employees is higher. Who is Covered Under Walgreen’s Workers’ Compensation? Walgreen employs all different kinds of workers and if they are full-time, part-time, or seasonal they are all entitled to claim workers’ compensation benefits if injured at work. They have to receive a proper wage and have taxes taken out of their pay before they are deemed eligible to file a claim for worker’s comp. In most states workers’ compensation recognizes no fault when determining eligibility for WC. So, if you tripped over and hit your head on the corner of a Walgreen’s shelf and it was because you had seen some spilled liquid but had not cleaned it up you may still be eligible to file a workers’ comp. claim even though you may be partly to blame for the accident. Who is not Covered Under Walgreen’s Workers’ Compensation? Certain types of workers and jobs are not covered by workers' compensation. This varies depending on the state. Typically, a volunteer worker would not normally be covered under Walgreen’s WC agreement. Anyone who is employed as a contractor to carry out work like window cleaning or plumbing is not covered by workers’ comp. If they work as independent contractors they are responsible for paying for their own worker’s comp. coverage. If they are employed by someone else and are sent to Walgreen to do a job that employer will be responsible providing WC coverage. Typically, an injury that takes place when a Walgreen employee is on the way to or from work is unlikely to qualify for any workers' compensation benefits. However, there may be a few exceptions. If you have been asked to do a job that is not on Walgreen’s premises which involves traveling in work time to reach the second location and you have an accident you may be able to claim WC. Contact a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer If you believe you are eligible for worker’s comp. because you were injured on Walgreen’s premises you should hire a WC attorney to worn on your behalf to get your workers’ comp. entitlements. Additional Resources Do I Need A Lawyer If I Am Hurt Working at Walgreens? What you Need to Know if You Got Hurt Working at Walgreens 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 Walgreen, or another party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.
