When you've suffered an injury as a result of performing your job duties, you'll naturally want to receive worker's compensation benefits as quickly as possible to cover lost wages and medical bills. According to Kidwell & Gallagher, Nevada's trusted worker's comp attorneys, taking the proper actions after you're injured can significantly improve your chances of success and may speed up your case. 

If you're hurt at work, they recommend you:

• Seek medical attention immediately. While your injuries may feel minor in the short term, they may have serious symptoms that can emerge later. Having your injuries documented as soon as possible is an important step in building evidence for your case.
• Notify your employer. Worker's compensation laws in most states require you to notify your employer in writing within a set period of time, which you can usually do by filling out a workplace incidence report. It's generally a good idea to notify an authority figure of any injury, even if it doesn't seem serious.
• Gather information from witnesses. If anyone else was present for your injury, gathering their names and contact information can help establish your case.
• Contact an attorney. The worker's compensation system is extremely complex, so help from an experienced professional familiar with the process will be invaluable. They understand how to build a successful case and avoid the most common pitfalls.

If you need help from an experienced law firm, visit Kidwell & Gallagher online now, or just call (775) 738-9877 for a consultation on your case.