Workplaces are significantly safer today than they were even 50 years ago. Nevertheless, an injury or illness can have a serious impact on workers and their families. Fortunately, Minnesota has a mandated Workman’s Compensation system. Under the act, workers and employers have certain obligations regarding reporting a workplace injury.
Deadlines for Reporting an Injury: Employee
When a workplace injury occurs, workers must adhere to certain steps in reporting the incident. Whenever possible, inform the supervisor and/or employer of the injury immediately. This will ensure the claim can start to proceed.
When this is not possible, inform the employer within the first 14 days of the occurrence. The injury still falls within the deadline and cannot be denied on these grounds. After these specific dates, the situation becomes complicated. Theoretically, under certain circumstances provided under the law, an employee is able to tell his or her employer up to 180 days following the workplace injury.
Deadlines for Reporting an Injury: Employer
Employers in Minnesota are also obligated to accrue to certain procedures and deadlines. They must report to OSHA MN the following within the stated deadlines. They have 8 hours to report work-related deaths and within 24 hours must report:
- All work-related inpatient hospitalizations
- All amputations resulting from work
- Eye loss related to employment
Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Although Minnesota has mandated Worker’s Compensation, certain requirements must be met. Employees and employers must both adhere to specific submission deadlines. To make certain everyone fulfills their obligations, contact an attorney specializing in workplace injury law.