In Ohio, how long do you have to report an injury to your employer?

Question

I know you should report it right away. I thought my back was just sore(I put away freight all night). The next night I couldn't stand long enough to make dinner, and called off. The following night I went to work, thinking it was getting better. Within a few hours I just wanted to cry. I was getting sharp shooting pains and my thigh started going numb. Then my calf started cramping as I was walking. Now my hand feels tingly(same side as numb thigh). I want to go to the doctor tomorrow, but I can not afford it. I am somewhat worried. This all started on Sunday night. My company ( a tempory agency) is self insured. Is it to late to get them to pay for the doctor? Thanks for the help!

Answer 1

You need to go to a clinic or emergency room asap, when you check in tell them it is work related and they will do special paperwork. With the pains and numbness, something is wrong. I have seen people wait 3-4 days in Ohio, but I wouldn't wait any longer, just be sure and tell them that it has been getting progressively worse each day and you thought you had to have money to report it.

Answer 2

this is why i am a democrat at least then companies had to supply medical coverage. Now they do not. The temporary agency is not readily going to pay for anything for u till u prove to them u were injured on the job. Since i believe you have got to see where you can file for workercomp,.go to temp office The place you worked for may be the place to tell. Sometimes you can go a day without notice of a pinched nerve go to dr . pay for it and good luck in ohio workers comp covers all injuries even little ones. Try a OWC on the net i dont know how

Answer 3

Usually it is 24 hours. You may need the assistance of a work comp lawyer to help you out. I am willing to bet your temp company is going to deny any benefits to you.