A little freindly advice would be appreciated. I've never put in for workers comp in ny. before and am wondering if I should or not. I hurt my shoulder real bad on friday and am in a bit of pain am wondering if i should try and work through it or go to the doc. and do i gotta go to there doc or not. ps. i did fill out a report
I wanted to read every post before I responded to yours specifically.
Many of the replies give you good advice, but take it from me.........
I was injured in a vehicular accident in Sept of 05.
Hurt my left shoulder, neck, head, and back.
Did a few months of physical therapy, then had shoulder surgery.
A few more months of therapy, and then returned to work.
Worked for 13 months, and re-injured my back.
Did 2 more years of therapy, then had back surgery this past May. And more therapy since.
Still not perfect, may never be, still unable to work,and just started receiving SS Disability Income.
My advice to you is simple.....
You've already filled out a report.
Take tomorrow off and go see an Orthopedist of your choice.
Go for x-rays, MRIs, whatever he asks for. Follow his instructions to the letter.
You need to be out 10 working days before you can receive any Worker's Comp benefits,
but they will be retroactive to the day you stopped working.
Since you have never done this before,
I highly recommend you retain an NY Worker's Comp Attorney.
If you need one, send me a PM, and I will refer you to someone.