Top Questions About Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Benefits
If you’ve been injured at work, knowing what benefits you are entitled to under Connecticut law can make a big difference in your recovery. Workers’ compensation is designed to protect employees by covering medical bills, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs—but the process can be confusing without the right guidance.
At Sousa Law, we help injured workers across Connecticut understand their rights, navigate claims, and secure the benefits they deserve.
What Are Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Workers’ compensation provides financial and medical support to employees who are injured or become ill because of their job. In Connecticut, these benefits can include:
Medical treatment for your injury or illness
Wage replacement benefits while you are unable to work
Permanent partial disability benefits for lasting injuries
Vocational rehabilitation if you need help returning to work
Death and dependency benefits for families of workers who lose their lives on the job
These benefits are designed to help you recover physically and financially—without needing to prove your employer was at fault.
Do I Need a Lawyer to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim
You can file a claim on your own, but having an attorney can make the process much smoother and help you avoid costly mistakes.
An experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can:
Make sure your claim is filed correctly and on time
Gather and organize the medical documentation needed to prove your injury
Handle communications with your employer and their insurance company
Represent you if your claim is delayed or denied
At Sousa Law, we guide our clients through every step so they can focus on recovery—not paperwork.
How Long Does It Take to Receive Benefits
The timeline for receiving benefits depends on your injury, your medical progress, and how quickly your employer and insurer respond.
Medical benefits usually start right away, covering necessary treatment.
Wage replacement benefits begin after a short waiting period once you miss more than three days of work.
Permanent disability benefits are determined later, based on your doctor’s findings.
We work to keep your claim moving forward and address delays quickly so your benefits arrive when you need them.
What If My Claim Is Denied
If your workers’ compensation claim is denied, you still have options. You can file an appeal through the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Commission.
Common reasons for denial include missing documentation, disputes about whether the injury was work-related, or delays in reporting the injury. Our firm helps clients prepare appeals, gather new evidence, and present their case clearly before a commissioner.
A denial does not mean the end of your claim—it just means you need a strong advocate on your side.
Can I Receive Benefits for a Pre-Existing Condition
Yes. If your job aggravated or worsened an existing condition, you may still qualify for workers’ compensation. For example, if repetitive motion or lifting at work made an old back injury worse, that can still be covered under Connecticut law.
We help clients gather the medical evidence needed to show how their work directly contributed to their condition.
Get Help After a Workplace Injury
Workplace injuries can leave you facing medical bills, lost income, and uncertainty about your future. You do not have to face that alone.
At Sousa Law, we help injured workers across Connecticut understand their rights and get the benefits they deserve. Our team handles the details, deadlines, and negotiations so you can focus on getting better.
Call (203) 923-8283 today for a free consultation and learn how we can help you move forward.