Workers Comp Protects You and Your Employees

Whether you own a large or small business, workers compensation insurance is a must. Some states require it, but regardless of whether or not it’s required, this important policy protects your employees and your business.

Workers compensation insurance protects you from being sued. If an employee is injured on the job, that employee can sue you for injuries developed as a result of the accident. With workers compensation, an injured employee forfeits the right to sue and receives cash benefits to cover medical expenses, lost wages, or other incidental expenses.

Costs

Without workers compensation, you’d be liable for damages that are probably well in excess of your workers compensation premiums. My office can explain how rates are determined in your area. It’s important that employees notify you immediately if they’re injured while working. Plan for this eventuality and post the plan for workers to see. Naturally, your first step is to deal with the employee’s injury, then file a claim.

Claims

Workers compensation claims are investigated; ensure you provide as much information as possible. Once the claim is deemed legitimate, your workers compensation insurance will pay benefits to the injured employee. Workers compensation is a safety net for employees, but also provides protection for your business.

If you don’t have a workers compensation policy, talk to my office…for everyone’s sake.