Q: I was hurt at work found out they don't have WC. They pd for 2 drs visits then fired me. What can I do
A: If your employer regularly employs at least 4 employees, they are required to have workers' compensation coverage and are in violation of the law if they do not, in which case they can be fined by the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Commission. In that situation there is an Uninsured Employers Fund (UEF) which steps in to cover the claim. However, UEF usually requires the claim to be proven at a hearing in front of a workers' compensation commissioner before they will pay anything. Where there is no workers' compensation insurance, you might be able to bring a civil law suit if the employer was negligent. You need to speak with an experienced workers' compensation attorney to discuss your options, especially if you have had a serious injury that will require long term treatment and have permanent effects. Most of us offer free consultations.
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