Did You Know? (Termination From Employment Edition)

Did you know that if your Employer terminates you from your job because of your work injury, you are automatically entitled to the commencement of TTD benefits?

The question of whether the termination was actually due to the work injury is often a blurry one, because Employers will usually not document that the injury was the reason for the termination. Moreover, it is highly unlikely that an Employer will automatically begin paying workers' comp benefits to an employee they just terminated. 

Tip: If you have sustained a work accident and were later fired, it is highly advisable to contact an attorney to advocate for your rights. Even if the termination from employment was a part of a general lay-off (and was not related to the work injury), you may be entitled to receive TTD benefits if you are unable to find new employment because of your physical restrictions.