If you are hurt at work in Alabama, report the injury clearly and quickly. Tell your supervisor what happened, when it happened, and what body parts are hurting.
Ask for medical treatment through workers' compensation. Do not minimize symptoms if you are still hurting. Do not make the case only about one body part if more than one area was injured.
Write down the basics
- Date and time of injury
- Where it happened
- Witnesses
- All injured body parts
- Who you told
- Medical treatment requested or received
This is general information only, not legal advice. Serious injuries should be reviewed carefully, especially if you are missing work, have restrictions, or may not be able to return to your old job.