Q: How do I find out if my workers comp claim us closed if the company no longer exists?
It was about 5-6 years ago that I had a knee injury at work. Now I have a different injury but I can’t be seen unless I have proof. But I don’t know where to start looking.
A: As long as you were treating through workers comp each year since then you should still have coverage. If the new injury is work related, you need a new claim. Consult a lawyer as soon as possible who has workers comp experience.
A: Sorry to hear of your injury. I am not sure what you mean by "proof" and who is denying your ability to be seen by a physician. It is also unclear if your two injuries occurred with the same employer. There is a statute of limitation on workers' compensation in Florida and thus my advice is that you seek legal counsel at once. Workers' compensation insurance coverage is through an insurer and therefore it likely the coverage exists regardless of whether an employer has closed its doors subsequent to your injury. Firms from anywhere in Florida can typically help you as my firm represents injured workers from all over the state. I recommend you seek legal counsel so they can assist you immediately.
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