Build the claim file before you lodge.
Start with the correct jurisdiction, then organise the incident facts, medical evidence, employer reporting and official claim information in one place.
Start with JEZ AIDo not guess a claim or review deadline.Workers’ compensation schemes can use different forms, time limits and review processes. JEZ should verify the current official source for the selected jurisdiction before presenting a deadline as current.
Seven things to organise.
Confirm the correct schemeWorkers’ compensation rules and claim routes can differ by country and by state, province or territory.Work through this with JEZ Record the injury factsKeep the injury or exposure date, place, task, witnesses and a factual description of what happened.Work through this with JEZ Keep medical evidence togetherSave treatment records, work-capacity certificates and other claim-relevant medical documents.Work through this with JEZ Preserve employer reportingKeep copies of incident reports, emails, forms and the date the employer was notified.Work through this with JEZ Use the official claim routeUse the current form or online process published by the correct workers’ compensation authority or insurer.Work through this with JEZ Save proof of lodgementKeep the claim number, confirmation, date lodged and copies of what you submitted.Work through this with JEZ Track the decision and any stated dateKeep every insurer or scheme letter. Only rely on a review or response date stated in the document or verified on the official source.Work through this with JEZ
Keep the actual documentsThe claim form, medical certificate, employer report, lodgement confirmation and insurer or scheme decision are stronger reference points than a generic timeline. Save them in the Matter and use their exact dates.
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