When you are injured at work, your employer cannot force you to go to the "company doctor" for treatment. However, an employer does have the right to require a drug test following a work-related injury. An employer also has the right to schedule an independent medical examination (IME). The employer must comply with Ohio law and provide adequate notice prior to the scheduled IME. If your employer or the BWC has scheduled you for an IME, it is advisable for you to seek legal representation immediately.
In Ohio, injured workers have the right to choose their medical providers. However, such providers must be certified by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) and be willing to accept payment through the Ohio worker's compensation system.
If you are having a difficult time locating a physician willing to treat your worker's compensation injury or if you have been scheduled for an IME, contact Seaman Garson LLC for a free consultation. If you need help to determine if you have a case or if you are not sure what to do, contact Seaman Garson LLC. This consultation is free and without obligation.
