What do I do when I get injured?
The most important thing is to take care of yourself first. You can worry about your workers’ compensation claim later. It is best to see a doctor right away and report your injury to your employer even if you think you will recover quickly. If you need to file a workers’ compensation claim, your doctor will help you.
How will I pay attorney fees?
Workers’ compensation attorneys in Washington State cannot charge hourly fees. Instead, they must work on a contingent fee basis. This means that workers’ compensation lawyers may not charge you up-front retainer or hourly fees for working on your claim. Attorney’s fees will be deducted as a percentage of benefits secured on your behalf.
What types of benefits am I entitled to?
The Industrial Insurance Act outlines your benefits. These benefits may include:
What if the injury is my fault?
Under the Industrial Insurance Act you are protected regardless of who is at fault.
How do I find a doctor who will help me with my claim?
Injured workers with allowed claims need an Attending Physician . Your Attending Physician should be a doctor of your choosing that you trust. However, your provider must be a member of the Department’s Medical Provider Network (MPN). There are many doctors throughout the state that are members of the MPN, so you have options.
My claim is closed. Can I reopen a claim?
Yes, you may reopen your claim for monetary and medical benefits within 7 years after your claim first closed. You may reopen your claim any time for medical benefits only.
Why should I hire Reck Law?
At Reck Law we work for injured workers. We believe that it is our job to assist injured workers in securing all the benefits they should receive under the Industrial Insurance Act. Injured workers must be treated with respect, and we know how challenging it can be to navigate a claim and the claim process.
1 attorney answer
You cannot receive time loss benefits under Washington's Industrial Insurance Act through L&I for the same period as you are receiving unemployment benefits. To receive time loss benefits, you must be medically certified as unable to obtain or maintain reasonably continuous gainful employment AND not be working.
Sue Holm
You cannot receive time loss benefits under Washington's Industrial Insurance Act through L&I for the same period as you are receiving unemployment benefits. To receive time loss benefits, you must be medically certified as unable to obtain or maintain reasonably continuous gainful employment AND not be working.
Pension Payments
Monthly pension payments are mailed or deposited around the 15th of the month. Please allow 3-5 business days to receive it. In rare cases, additional payments will be made. These supplement payments are issued as paper checks and are mailed the following business day. If you don't get your payment, please contact us.
Benefits for full-time students
Dependents of pensioners or survivors may be eligible to receive a monthly pension payment if they:
Post-Pension Medical Treatment
It is important to note that pre-authorization is required for treatment on pension claims or the bill will not be paid. (RCW 51.36.010 (4)).
Keep your information updated
A current mailing address and phone number are required even if you have direct deposit. Outdated contact information could result in suspension of benefits.
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