Workplace Injury Reporting Guide

Summary

If your supervisor caused your workplace injury in New York State, you can report it to HR. This is part of your rights under the Workers Compensation Law. While you can report the injury directly to HR without a lawyer, consulting a lawyer is advisable, especially if the injury is severe or if there are potential legal complexities.

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Do you need a lawyer to report it or can you just report it to HR?
You can report it directly to HR without a lawyer. However, consulting a lawyer could be advantageous, especially if the injury is severe or if there are potential legal complexities.