Workers' compensation laws safeguard employees in the event of accident or injury. The Law Offices of Conti & Levy help injured workers in the Torrington, Connecticut, area take on the challenges of the workers' compensation system. With their help, you'll earn the compensation you deserve if you've been injured on the job.

Follow these three steps to file a workers' compensation claim if you've been injured at work:

• Inform Your Employer: Your employer must have documented evidence that you have sustained an on-the-job injury. Inform your employer as soon as possible, making this your second priority after receiving medical care for your injury. In the state of Connecticut, workers have up to one year to report an injury, but it is in the best interest of all parties to report your injury as soon as you can.
• File Form 30c: Form 30c is a Notice of Claim for Compensation, and it gets the ball rolling on the workers' compensation process. It is a fairly straightforward document to complete, requiring information on you, your employer, and the nature of your injury. Make two copies of this form, sending one to your employer and one to your workers' compensation district office, both via certified mail; keep the original for yourself. Your lawyer at The Law Offices of Conti & Levy will likely want to review this document should your claim be challenged or denied.
• Get Contact Information For Your Employer's Insurer: This is information you will need if your employer tries to fight your claim. Many employers know that a workers' compensation incident will cause their insurance rates to go up, so be prepared for a possible challenge to your filing. Your lawyer at The Law Offices of Conti & Levy is committed to getting you the compensation you need to recover from your injuries.

Don't let a workplace injury derail your life; start the workers' compensation process today. Call The Law Offices of Conti & Levy at (860) 482-4451 to schedule a consultation with a workers' compensation lawyer. Visit the firm online to learn more about their background and other practice areas.