What if I am unable to find a job due to my injury?

If you are unable to find a job due to your injury sustained at work, you may be eligible for Workers’ Compensation benefits. In Washington, you may be eligible for weekly benefits if you cannot work due to your injury, illness or disability from an occupational disease. You will be eligible to receive weekly workers’ compensation benefits for up to 8 years, depending on the severity of your disability. If you believe that your injury prevents you from participating in vocational rehabilitation or returning to gainful employment, you will need to file a claim with the Washington Department of Labor and Industries (L&I). You will need to provide medical documentation to show that you are unable to participate in vocational rehabilitation or return to gainful employment and that the medical treatment for your injury is related to the work-related injury. Once the claim is approved, you will receive weekly benefits from the L&I. These benefits will be a percentage of your Average Monthly Wage (AMW), which is based on your wages before the injury. The percentage of benefits are set by the state and can range from 75-100% of the AMW. In addition to weekly benefits, you may also be entitled to medical coverage for the work-related injury. If you have additional questions about Workers’ Compensation benefits, you should contact the L&I or consult with a lawyer that specializes in Workers’ Compensation law.

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