Q: Does WC pay when I leave work early for being too sore to work? Neck injury...
Buldged disc in my neck, restriced to 32 hours a week, employer says WC only pays the portion of the 8 hours lost...
A: First, your post appears to be from MD and this is a PA forum. The workers' compensation laws are different in MD and PA. In PA it is possible to obtain wage loss payment when time is missed due to pain from a work injury. Documentation is key. It is important that you tell your employer you need to leave early because of the pain. It is also important that your doctor is aware of the issues which may also result in further restrictions. However, even if you have all your ducks in a row, the carrier may still refuse to make payment, so it is also important to have a competent workers' compensation attorney assisting you with your claim.
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