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What to do if I got hit by a metal pipe at work?
They didn’t take me to the hospital. It happened about 4 months ago and now i have problems with my neck. What can I do now?
Asked on December 4, 2012 under Employment Labor Law, Connecticut
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Since you were injured at work, you can file a workers' compensation claim. Your employer's human resources department will have the forms you need to file the workers' compensation claim. Workers' compensation will pay your medical bills and compensate you for pain and suffering.
Since your current neck problems are due to your work-related injury, you are eligible to file a workers' compensation claim. If you have any problems with the company attempting to deny your claim due to the amount of time that has elapsed since your original injury, it would be advisable to speak with a workers' compensation attorney.
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