One of the most significant challenges injured workers face is the delay or denial of authorized treatment by their employer. This can leave them feeling as helpless as a turtle on its back, particularly when dealing with serious injuries that require immediate attention.
Many injured workers are unaware that they have the right to seek necessary medical treatment on their own, at the expense of the employer or insurance carrier, under the “self-help” provision in the Workers' Compensation Act. According to Fla. Stat. 440.13(2)(c) (2003), an injured worker can take action if their employer fails to provide timely medical care.
Initially, the injured worker must demonstrate that they requested treatment and allow a reasonable period for the employer to respond. If the employer does not provide the requested care within this timeframe, the worker may seek reimbursement for any expenses incurred for initial treatment, assuming the claim is later deemed compensable and the care is considered reasonable and medically necessary.
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Managing Partner, E. Lynn Gibbons, is a Board Certified Specialist in Workers' Compensation law with over 22 years of experience. Less than 1% of lawyers in Florida hold this certification, reflecting the niche nature and complexity of this specialty.
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