FAQs on Workers' Compensation

Mar 29, 2004 12:37 PM

Q: How do I move my case along faster?

A: Prompt filing - you must file a C-3, the school files a C-2, and your doctor a C-4.

Q: When do I receive a check?

A: After prompt filing, it usually takes several weeks before you receive any check.  This is issued by the New York City Law Department.

Q: What if my case is Controverted (   Initially denied)?

A: When you receive the C-7 rejection notice you can now apply for disability benefits (if you are, or will be out of work).  Get help from your union to fill out the DB 450 (disability) form (as soon as you get the C-7).

Q: If I have to Stop Working for a While, What can I Live on?

A: Call the Union they will make referrals to SSI, Disability, unemployment as well as assist in financial hardship cases.

Q: Who pays for Medical & my Compensation?

A: The insurance carrier of the DOE IS THE New York City Law Department, they will issue you a carrier case # which pays for medical and compensates for the time loss from work.  The school must file a C-2 in order to generate this #.

Q: How do I Protect my Job?

A: It is against the law to be discriminated against for filing a WC claim or testifying at a hearing.  Also, your Union contract may have provisions which provide additional job security in cases of work-related injuries.

 

Workers’ Compensation (WC) Forms

 

C-2 In accidental injury cases, a report that the employer is required to fill out (within 10 days) to notify WC Board of injury. You should NOT participate in filling out this form.  File a C-3.

C-3 Form filled out by worker to start a WC claim.
Goes to: WC Board, you, your legal representative.

C-4 Form doctor fills out, usually every 4-6 weeks, about your condition.  Used to determined your level of benefits so it’s important that doctor fill in carefully.

C-257 Expense Reimbursement Form: for out-of-pocket expenses relating to your injury.

DB-450 Disability Claim Form: filled after your WC claim has been rejected (controverted).