Can I File a Claim If I am a Part-Time Lowe’s* Employee?

Workers’ compensation is a special insurance that most employers must maintain to protect their employees and themselves in the event of a workplace accident. Workers’ compensation offers no-fault coverage and covers all employees, regardless of their work position or number of hours per week.

As long as the individual is an actual employee of Lowe’s, they are covered by workers’ compensation. So, if you are a part-time employee of Lowe’s who has suffered an injury in a work-related accident, you can pursue a workers’ compensation claim just as a full-time employee would do in the same situation.

What Does Workers’ Compensation Cover?

While each state sets its own workers’ compensation laws, some aspects of the insurance are universal or standard. As an example, workers’ compensation includes medical benefits. These benefits will cover the costs of your medical care while you are being treated for your work-related injury. In addition, workers’ compensation will cover a portion of your lost wages.

In general, it will pay about two-thirds of your regular pay based on your average weekly hours and salary. However, a workers’ compensation physician will have to prepare a document that says you are unable to work because of your work-related injury. Sometimes a lump sum settlement might be available when the doctor releases the worker and gives him or her a disability rating. In some states, if the workers must do a different job, vocational retraining is covered.

Can I File a Claim If I am a Part-Time Lowe’s* Employee?

What to Do After a Work Injury

If you are injured on the job, you will need to notify your supervisor as soon as possible. There should be a list of workers’ compensation approved physicians in a visible location. This list is usually by a time clock or in a breakroom. If you do not see this list, ask your manager or supervisor for a copy. If you fail to see a provider on this list, your medical expenses will not be covered. You will need to seek medical care right away. If your injuries are serious, call an ambulance.

As soon as you can, give your statement of what happened to your manager for the accident report. You want the incident to be fresh in your mind, so you will remember as many details as you can about it. Maintain documentation that will support your claim, such as medical records and notes from physicians that indicate you are unable to return to work.

Consult With a Workers’ Compensation Attorney

Even if your case is cut and dry, your claim can be denied. Workers’ compensation claims are challenging. You should consult with an attorney regarding your claim. Often, cases must be appealed.

Sometimes benefits are stopped, and an attorney will have to work to get benefits reinstated. Don’t risk losing the benefits that you need in such situations, complete the Free Case Evaluation Form today, so you can get your claim on the right track and access your workers’ compensation benefits.

*Disclaimer: The content of this article serves only to provide information and should not be construed as legal advice. If you file a claim against Lowe's, or any other party, you may not be entitled to any compensation.