Augment LeadsTaking District of Columbia workers' comp cases? Here's how the District of Columbia system is set up, what the notice and filing rules say and how to screen callers, with a link to each source. Other states are on the workers' comp leads by state hub.
Who handles District of Columbia workers' comp claims
DC claims and notices go to the Mayor, through the Department of Employment Services, as well as the employer. Under D.C. Code 32-1514(b), a late claim isn't barred unless the objection is raised at the first hearing.
District of Columbia notice and filing rules
Written notice within 30 days
D.C. Code 32-1513 requires written notice to the Mayor and the employer within 30 days after the injury, or 30 days after the worker knew or should have known of its link to work. Late notice doesn't bar the claim if the employer or carrier knew and wasn't prejudiced, or the failure is excused.
Claim within one year
Under 32-1514(a), a claim must be filed within one year after the injury, or within one year of the last payment if compensation was paid without an award. The clock doesn't start until the worker is aware, or should have been, of the link between the injury and the job.
Rules change; the DC Department of Employment Services' Office of Workers' Compensation has the current versions.
What to ask a District of Columbia injured worker
- When was the injury, and when did you notify your employer in writing?
- When did you first connect the injury to your work?
- Has any compensation been paid without an award? When was the last payment?
Augment Leads in District of Columbia
We run workers' comp campaigns nationwide and send District of Columbia leads only to firms that choose District of Columbia. The injured worker fills in the form, each lead goes to one firm and is never resold, and unqualified leads are replaced. Over 50 law firms work with us. See workers' comp leads.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a DC worker have to give notice?
Under D.C. Code 32-1513, within 30 days after the injury or after the worker knew or should have known it was work-related. Confirm current rules with the DC Department of Employment Services' Office of Workers' Compensation.
How long does a DC worker have to file a claim?
D.C. Code 32-1514 allows one year after the injury, or one year after the last payment if compensation was paid without an award. Confirm current rules with the DC Department of Employment Services' Office of Workers' Compensation.
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