What initial steps should an employee take to properly document and prepare for filing a workers’ compensation claim?

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The main steps are to report the injury or condition to your employer, request the workers' compensation claim form, and document when and how the injury happened along with any medical treatment. Keep copies of everything you submit and write down dates of conversations with your employer, the insurance carrier, and medical providers. If your injury required medical care, make sure you follow the treatment plan and keep records because those documents often support the claim. A good next step is to request the official claim form from your employer now so you can begin documenting the claim process.

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