Augment LeadsTaking Louisiana workers' comp cases? Here's how the Louisiana 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 Louisiana workers' comp claims
Louisiana claims go to the Office of Workers' Compensation. Under La. R.S. 23:1209(B), a claim can be filed with the office by delivery or by mail, and a mailed claim counts as timely if it's mailed on or before the prescription date.
Louisiana notice and filing rules
Notice to the employer
Under La. R.S. 23:1301, no proceeding for compensation can be maintained unless the employer gets notice of the injury within 30 days. Section 23:1303 says the notice is written, names the employee and their address, states the time, place, nature and cause of the injury and is signed. If the employer failed to keep the required notice posted, section 23:1302(B) extends the time to 12 months.
Filing the claim
Under La. R.S. 23:1209(A), a claim is barred unless, within one year after the accident, the parties agree on payments or a formal claim is filed. If payments were made, the year runs from the last payment. When the injury develops later, the year runs from when it develops, but the claim must start within three years of the accident. Under 23:1209(C), medical benefit claims run three years from the last medical payment when payments were made.
Not legal advice. Check current rules with the Louisiana Office of Workers' Compensation before relying on them.
What to ask a Louisiana injured worker
- When did the accident happen, and when did you tell your employer?
- Did your workplace have a posted notice about reporting injuries, if you remember?
- Have you received any wage or medical payments? When was the last one?
- Did the injury show up right away, or develop later?
- Has a claim been filed with the Office of Workers' Compensation? When?
Buying Louisiana workers' comp leads
Augment Leads is Canada-based, founded in 2025, and generates 10,000+ leads a month for US firms. Each Louisiana lead is exclusive to your firm and screened against your filters, with replacements for unqualified ones. More on workers' comp leads.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a Louisiana worker have to tell the employer?
La. R.S. 23:1301 requires notice to the employer within 30 days of the injury, extended to 12 months under 23:1302(B) if the employer didn't keep the required notice posted. Confirm current rules with the Louisiana Office of Workers' Compensation.
How long does a Louisiana worker have to file a claim?
Under La. R.S. 23:1209, one year after the accident, or one year from the last payment if payments were made, with a three-year outer limit for injuries that develop later. Confirm current rules with the Louisiana Office of Workers' Compensation.
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