In the state of Connecticut, workers’ compensation claims often go undisputed. That means that when you experience an injury at work your employer allows you to take the time you need away from work and all of the parties involved will agree to the medical treatment and benefits due you at the time of the injury.
While the vast majority of cases in Connecticut are handled without dispute, of those that are disputed 95% end up being resolved in the stage of the process known as an Informal Hearing. An Informal Hearing is the first line of resolution for these types of cases. If there is some dispute between the employee and the employer over the accident or injury the Workers’ Compensation Commission attempts to resolve the dispute through an Informal Hearing.
If your dispute is not resolved in an Informal Hearing, and there are 5% of all disputed cases that end up in this scenario, the process continues with what is known as a Formal Hearing. A Formal Hearing is generally reserved for issues revolving around complex issues or matters of law. Beyond a Formal Hearing decisions can be appealed to the Compensation Review Board (CRB.)
A board certified Connecticut workers’ compensation attorney can review your case to help you navigate this process. If you are in need of help with your claim, contact our office immediately.
