What if I was injured at work by my employer doesn’t want me to file a claim?
After a work injury, it is important that employees receive the benefits they are entitled to. One type of benefit a worker could receive is worker’s compensation. Workers compensation will help an employee who was injured while on the job cover medical costs and loss of wages for the time they missed work due to their injury. A worker’s compensation claim is generally filed through the employer and their insurance company is usually the party responsible for paying out what is due.
But what happens when your employer claims you aren’t eligible for worker’s compensation benefits but you were in fact injured while at work? Well, you can always contact your Human Resources Department or someone higher up and speak with them regarding the issue.
The other alternative you have it to let a Tennessee employment and labor attorney step in and assist. These professionals can help get your matter resolved without having to go through litigation.
How can I file a safety complaint against my employer?
If you are concerned that your employer isn’t following the safety state laws they are obligated to, you can file a complaint in one of three ways:
- Call the TOSHA office that is located nearest to your place of employment. You can view a list of these offices by clicking here.
- Submit your complaint online.
- Mail or fax your completed complaint form to:
Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Division of Occupational Safety and Health
220 French Landing Drive Nashville, Tennessee 37243
Phone: (800) 249-8510
Fax: (615) 741-3325
We also have labor and employment law attorneys in Tennessee ready to help you with this in the event you wish to take further action. Give us a call today at USAttorneys.com and learn about the free services we can provide you with.
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