need advice

[hoggs230]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? I was injured at work.. the injury actually occured last season(construction)...this year when the season started i was experiencing great discomfort and lost feeling in my fingers...my employer sent me to the doctor who immediately removed me from work....when i spoke with the insurance company for workers compensation i was told by my employer that i could not tell them about the incedent last year....can i get in trouble if i tell the truth?

 

[pattytx]

No, but your employer could, and theoretically, that could run down the line.

Did you report the incident to them last year when it occurred?

 

[hoggs230]

yes i went to the doctor last year and the company paid for it...

 

[pattytx]

Bet they didn't report it to their Work Comp carrier. Possible?

 

[hoggs230]

right i think they just paid the bill..and thats why they dont want me to say anything

 

[pattytx]

You cannot be fired legally for reporting a Work Comp claim. Having said that, though, bet they'd find another reason (even if it's a made-up one) to fire you and you'd have a long haul getting any money out of a lawsuit.

For expediency's sake and your health, will they pay for you to see a doctor now?

And hang on for further information from responders more expert in WC than I.

 

[hoggs230]

my concern is getting in touble with compensation or losing what little bit of money i am getting.....not really woried about being fired by my employer...they are trying to screw me over anyhow