Augment LeadsTaking Mississippi workers' comp cases? Here's how the Mississippi 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 Mississippi workers' comp claims
Mississippi claims are filed with the Workers' Compensation Commission. Miss. Code 71-3-35 sets both the employer notice rule and the two-year limit for filing an application with the commission.
Mississippi notice and filing rules
Actual notice within 30 days
Under 71-3-35(1), the employer, or an officer, manager or designated representative, must have actual notice of the injury within 30 days. Missing notice isn't a bar if the employer knew of the injury and wasn't prejudiced by the lack of notice.
Two years if nothing was paid
The same section bars a claim when no compensation, other than medical treatment or burial expense, was paid and no application for benefits was filed with the commission within two years of the injury or death.
Not legal advice. Check current rules with the Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission before relying on them.
What to ask a Mississippi injured worker
- When was the injury, and who at work did you tell?
- Has the employer or its insurer paid any weekly benefits, or only medical bills?
- Has an application been filed with the Workers' Compensation Commission?
Augment Leads in Mississippi
We run workers' comp campaigns nationwide and send Mississippi leads only to firms that choose Mississippi. 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 Mississippi worker have to give notice?
Under Miss. Code 71-3-35, the employer or a designated representative must have actual notice within 30 days, though missing notice isn't a bar if the employer knew and wasn't prejudiced. Confirm current rules with the Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission.
How long does a Mississippi worker have to file a claim?
Miss. Code 71-3-35 bars a claim if no compensation other than medical or burial expense was paid and no application was filed with the commission within two years. Confirm current rules with the Mississippi Workers' Compensation Commission.
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