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What Happens to Your Connecticut Workers’ Comp Benefits if You Lose Your Job?

 

man-hurt-carrying-boxOne thing an injured worker on workers' compensation likely does not plan for is getting fired or laid off from his or her job. Your employer may have fired you in retaliation for seeking workers' compensation benefits, which is against the law. However, your employer may have also fired you for reasons not related to your workers' comp claim. Layoffs are often due to budget cuts or unforeseen economic downturns.

While your future employment is one of your biggest concerns, you may also be concerned about the future of your Connecticut workers' compensation benefits. Will you continue to receive your checks if you are still eligible for benefits?

This situation can be very complicated, which is why talking to a qualified  Connecticut work injury lawyer could be an important step. The Farmington, CT workers compensation lawyers  at The Law Offices of James F. Aspell, P.C. can review the details of your situation in a free work injury compensation  at no cost to you. 

What Happens After Being Fired or Laid Off?

Generally, if you were already receiving or eligible for Connecticut workers compensation benefits when you were fired or laid off, you will continue receiving them. You were injured while working and approved for benefits while you still had a job.  As with any Connecticut work injury claim, the benefits you recieve are determined by your work status and whether or not you require further medical treatment.

Your layoff may coincide with your employer going out of business or filing for bankruptcy. However, this should not affect your Connecticut comp benefits, as they are paid out by your former employer's workers' compensation insurance company. That said, if the insurance company begins having financial troubles, it is possible you may stop receiving benefits as a result.

At Will Employment

While there are exceptions, most Connecticut employees are hired on an at will basis. That means employers can fire them for a reason or for no reason at all. A company could simply restructure and eliminate your position and there is nothing you can do about it.

If you are under contract, the contract may list acceptable reasons for firing you. If they fire you for some other reason, you may have a claim for breach of contract.

Unfortunately, your employer does not have to hold your job open for you. If your job is essential to the functioning of the company and your employer needs someone else to do the work, your employer has the right to replace you. That may mean your job is gone by the time you are physically able to return to work.

Can I Be Terminated for Filing a Connecticut Workers' Compensation Claim?

No.  It is illegal for an employer to fire you simply for filing a workers' compensation claim, which means your employer must provide another justifiable reason for your termination.

If you feel you were terminated solely for filing your workers' compensation claim, you may have additional remedies under the workers' compensation law.  In addition to this, you might also have a civil claim against your former employer for wrongful termination.

Explore Your Legal Options with a Qualified Farmington, CT Workers Compensation  Attorney

If you or someone you love was injured at work and was denied workers' compensation benefits, you may be able to file an appeal with the help of a qualified attorney.

The Connecticut work injury specialists at James F. Aspell, P.C. have recovered millions  in compensation on behalf of our clients. Call our firm today for your free consultation and learn if you may be eligible for Connecticut workers' compensation benefits. There is no requirement to hire our firm to represent your claim, even after your free consultation, so there are no risks involved. We only receive payment if we successfully obtain workers' compensation benefits for your claim.

Set up a free consultation with a qualified legal professional by calling 860-500-1414.

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