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If my employer didn't have workers compensation what happens if Im injured?

I was injured on the Job back in Jan.

I filed for workers compensation and at the time got my medical bills paid and mileage paid for Doctor visits.We had applied for a mediation and I was just notified that at the time of my injury my employer didn't have workers compensation coverage.So what happens next,Do I have to reimburse workers compensation for the bills that have already been paid.Is my employer responseable,? My injury was my upper back and the Doctor said it was only going to get worse and my work limits are at 50%.

Whats next..?

Wasn't my employer suppose to have a workers compensation insurance on me..?

It was a Furniture and Appliance store and I was the Delivery Driver and setup.

The store is closeing the doors for good this month,am I going to have to sue these people or is closeing their doors going to protect them...?

Update:

The business was required to have a workers compensation policy,it was cancelled for non payment but they did get the workers compensation back,although it was after I already was injured.

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  • 5150
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago
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    Depends on the number of employees and type of business. Your employer should have had coverage, and you should see an attorney asap so you can file before they close their doors and dispose of assets.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    I think they are required for that type of job. Is there a poster at your job where they post minimum wage and all that stuff? There should be a section on worker's comp and who to contact.

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