Know your rights
Workers' comp is your right, not a favor. Here's what the law generally gives you after a job injury — check your state page for the specifics.
What you're generally entitled to
- Medical care for your work injury, at no cost to you.
- Wage replacement while you can't work (usually a portion of your pay).
- The right to file a claim without being fired or punished for it.
- The right to appeal if your claim is denied.
- Vocational rehab if you can't return to your old job.
Rules vary by state. Find yours on the state help page.