Injured Worker Rights Explained

Summary

In New Brunswick, injured workers have rights under workers compensation laws, including access to medical treatment and compensation for lost wages. You can appeal decisions and limit access to your medical records to only those relevant to your injury. If workers compensation is not confirming coverage for necessary treatments, document communications, request written decisions, and consider filing an appeal. Consulting a lawyer can help protect your privacy and ensure your rights are upheld.

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ok I will try to explain as best as I can
Sure, ****! Please go ahead and explain your situation. I'll do my best to provide helpful information.
I am trying to understand what my rights are as an injured worker. I'm having a hard time advocating for my self and getting approved for certain treatments with the workers compensation. I sort of have trust issues with them now, and of course the injury is a concussion, so it's hard to navigate when my brain shuts down
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. In New Brunswick, workers' compensation laws provide certain rights and protections for injured workers. Here are some key points:
- You have the right to medical treatment for your injury.
- You are entitled to compensation for lost wages if you're unable to work.
- You have the right to appeal any decision made by the workers' compensation board.
Would you like to be connected to a local lawyer who can assist you further with your case?
maybe after,
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It looks like you have a valid concern with your workers' compensation case. If you need further assistance, feel free to ask. Remember, you have the right to appeal any decisions and seek proper medical treatment.
They want full access to all of my medical information and history and it makes me very uncomfortable
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****, it's understandable to be uncomfortable with sharing all your medical information. Workers' compensation often requires medical records to verify claims. However, they should only access information relevant to your injury.
Would you like more information on how to limit the scope of their access?
yes please
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****, you have the right to limit the scope of access to your medical records. Here are some steps you can take:
- Request that the workers' compensation board only access medical records relevant to your injury.
- Consult with a lawyer to help protect your privacy and ensure your rights are upheld.
Would you like more detailed information on this or have any other questions?
yes , but one last question
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Sure, ****! What is your last question?
they are not saying if they will or will not pay for a necessary treatment i started
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****, if workers' compensation is not confirming whether they will cover your necessary treatment, you might need to take further action. Here are some steps:
- Document all communications with them.
- Request a written decision or explanation.
- Consider filing an appeal with the Workers' Compensation Board.
Is there anything else you need help with?
maybe help with finding a lawyer that could help me advocate for myself... idk im juste really discouraged I want to give up
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****, it looks like your situation could benefit from professional legal assistance. Would you like to be connected to local lawyers who can better assist you with your case?
If yes, can you please provide your phone number?
no sorry
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****, it sounds like you have a strong case and could greatly benefit from legal assistance. If you change your mind and decide to connect with a local lawyer, please don't hesitate to reach out. In the meantime, continue documenting everything and consider formally requesting a written decision from the Workers' Compensation Board.
thanks
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****, it sounds like you have a strong case. If you have any other questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask. Remember to keep all your documentation organized and consider reaching out to a lawyer if you change your mind. Take care!