THE 3 KEYS to a Successful Claim
There are three key steps that, if done improperly or not at all, drastically increase the odds of your workers’ compensation claim being contested. The longer a claim is contested, the longer it takes to be approved, the longer it takes for your treatment to be authorized, and the longer it takes for you to receive compensation. This could take weeks or even months! Follow these three rules to maximize the chances of your claim’s approval. First, report your injury to your employer in writing. Maybe you don’t want to seem like a whiner or you hope the injury will simply go away. Despite your misgivings, it’s vital — regardless of the severity of your injury — that you report it immediately to your employer in writing. It’s difficult to overstate how often a case falls apart simply because an employee fails to properly report their injury or just mentions it to their boss in passing. Second, seek medical attention as soon as possible. If your employer has an on-site medical dispensary, go there. Make sure to give a complete explanation of what you were doing, what happened, what you felt, and where you felt it.
If an on-site medical facility is unavailable, seek treatment at an urgent care facility or hospital emergency room. This way, not only will you receive treatment, but your doctor can corroborate and confirm the status of your injury right after it occurs. Third, file your claim quickly. Ohio requires that a claim for benefits be filed within two years of the date of injury, but really it should be sooner. Often, the employer or hospital will provide or even file the claim paperwork for you. Ultimately, though, it is your responsibility to ensure the claim has been filed in a timely fashion. Once the form has been submitted to the BWC, you should receive a claim number within a couple weeks. If you still haven’t after 14 days, despite assurances from your employer that they filed your claim, check with the BWC to verify it’s actually been filed.
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SUMMERTIME FROZEN YOGURT PIE Looking for a summer dessert you don’t have to feel guilty about indulging in? Try this easy, low-fat frozen treat! ABBY’S APPETIZERS
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1 premade graham cracker pie crust
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Combine Cool Whip, mixed berries, and yogurt in a bowl. Mix with a spatula until well-blended.
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1 (8-ounce) container Cool Whip
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Pour yogurt mixture into pie crust.
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1 cup frozen or fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, and blackberries) 3 (6-ounce) containers regular yogurt (berry flavors work best)
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Cover pie with foil or plastic lid.
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Store in freezer for at least 3 hours, or until frozen through.
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