Are Employers Punished for Failing to Notify Their Insurance Company of an Injury?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:30:08+00:00Yes, a penalty of $250 will be imposed on an employer that fail sto notify their insurance company of an injury.
What Employers Should Know about Workers’s Compensation?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:19:21+00:00The Dept. of Labor and Training provides a guide for employers.
Can I Verify if my Employer has Purchased Workers’ Compensation?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:16:17+00:00Yes. Rhode Island state law requires that employers with one or more employees provide workers' compensation insurance. The Dept. of Labor and Training maintains a database on their website - Workers' Compensation Insurance Coverage Verification - and includes insurance coverage information for employers that have purchased a workers' compensation insurance policy and certified self-insured employers. [...]
What if I Need Copies of the Documents in my Workers’ Comp. File?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:23:03+00:00Your file is a public record and it can be viewed during the Workers Compensations Courts hours of operation. Copies are available for a fee of fifteen cents ($.15) per page.
What if I Have Any Questions About my Rights (Workers’ Comp Laws)?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:24:15+00:00Please contact the Department of Labor and Training - Division of Workers’ Compensation at (401) 462-8100
What if I am Unable to make my Court Date?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:55:40+00:00Contact your lawyer’s office as soon as possible. If you do not have a lawyer, contact the clerk’s office (401) 458-5000, a referral can be obtained through the Rhode Island Bar Association (401) 421-5740.
Can I Speak Directly with the Judge About my Case?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:53:26+00:00No, all correspondence should be made through your lawyer.
Once my Petition is Filed How Long will it Take Before my Court Date?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:22:04+00:00A pretrial notice will be sent to you to notify you of your hearing hearing approximately 21 days from the date of filing.
Do I Need a Lawyer to Proceed to the Court?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:52:12+00:00While it is not necessary, it is recommended. A referral can be obtained through the Rhode Island Bar Association (401) 421-5740.
What are the Workers’ Compensation Court’s Hours of Operation?
sirgeorge19602020-09-16T14:26:41+00:008:30 am to 4:30 pm