Notice and Filing of Claims

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What is the purpose of a notice of claim in workers' compensation?

  1. To inform the employer of the injury or illness

  2. To file a claim for benefits

  3. To request a hearing

  4. To appeal a decision


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of a notice of claim is to inform the employer of the injury or illness so that the employer can begin the process of providing benefits to the injured worker.

What information must be included in a notice of claim?

  1. The name and address of the injured worker

  2. The date and time of the injury or illness

  3. A description of the injury or illness

  4. The name and address of the employer

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

A notice of claim must include the name and address of the injured worker, the date and time of the injury or illness, a description of the injury or illness, and the name and address of the employer.

When must a notice of claim be filed?

  1. Within 30 days of the injury or illness

  2. Within 60 days of the injury or illness

  3. Within 90 days of the injury or illness

  4. Within 120 days of the injury or illness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A notice of claim must be filed within 30 days of the injury or illness.

What happens if a notice of claim is not filed on time?

  1. The claim will be denied

  2. The benefits will be reduced

  3. The injured worker will have to pay a penalty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

If a notice of claim is not filed on time, the claim will be denied.

What is a claim for benefits?

  1. A request for payment of benefits

  2. A request for a hearing

  3. A request for an appeal

  4. A request for a medical examination


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A claim for benefits is a request for payment of benefits from the workers' compensation insurance carrier.

What information must be included in a claim for benefits?

  1. The name and address of the injured worker

  2. The date and time of the injury or illness

  3. A description of the injury or illness

  4. The amount of benefits being claimed

  5. All of the above


Correct Option: E
Explanation:

A claim for benefits must include the name and address of the injured worker, the date and time of the injury or illness, a description of the injury or illness, and the amount of benefits being claimed.

When must a claim for benefits be filed?

  1. Within one year of the injury or illness

  2. Within two years of the injury or illness

  3. Within three years of the injury or illness

  4. Within four years of the injury or illness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A claim for benefits must be filed within one year of the injury or illness.

What happens if a claim for benefits is not filed on time?

  1. The claim will be denied

  2. The benefits will be reduced

  3. The injured worker will have to pay a penalty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

If a claim for benefits is not filed on time, the claim will be denied.

What is a hearing?

  1. A meeting between the injured worker and the insurance carrier

  2. A meeting between the injured worker and the employer

  3. A meeting between the injured worker and the judge

  4. A meeting between the injured worker and the doctor


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

A hearing is a meeting between the injured worker and the judge to determine the injured worker's entitlement to benefits.

What happens at a hearing?

  1. The injured worker presents evidence to support their claim

  2. The insurance carrier presents evidence to support their denial of the claim

  3. The judge makes a decision on the claim

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

At a hearing, the injured worker presents evidence to support their claim, the insurance carrier presents evidence to support their denial of the claim, and the judge makes a decision on the claim.

What is an appeal?

  1. A request for a review of a decision

  2. A request for a new hearing

  3. A request for a new trial

  4. A request for a new judge


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An appeal is a request for a review of a decision made by a judge or other decision-maker.

When can an appeal be filed?

  1. Within 30 days of the decision

  2. Within 60 days of the decision

  3. Within 90 days of the decision

  4. Within 120 days of the decision


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

An appeal must be filed within 30 days of the decision.

What happens if an appeal is not filed on time?

  1. The decision will be final

  2. The benefits will be reduced

  3. The injured worker will have to pay a penalty

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

If an appeal is not filed on time, the decision will be final.

What is a medical examination?

  1. An examination of the injured worker by a doctor

  2. An examination of the injured worker by a nurse

  3. An examination of the injured worker by a chiropractor

  4. An examination of the injured worker by a physical therapist


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A medical examination is an examination of the injured worker by a doctor to determine the extent of the injury or illness.

Who pays for a medical examination?

  1. The injured worker

  2. The insurance carrier

  3. The employer

  4. The government


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The insurance carrier pays for a medical examination.

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