Resources

MWCEA provides a variety of videos, guides, links, and other resources to assist members of the community in locating information related to Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Law and Benefits.

Complete Video Guide to FAQs

MWCEA has created a complete video guide that walks viewers through the Mississippi Workers’ Compensation process. Click the video on the left to view the entire guide (approx. 20 minutes), or scroll down to view individual segments related to specific frequently asked questions.

FAQ #1: Disclaimer and Introduction

FAQ #4: Do all employers provide workers’ compensation benefits?

FAQ #5: Is workers’ compensation my only remedy against my employer?

FAQ #6: Are workers’ compensation benefits unlimited?

FAQ #7: Do you have to be a U.S. citizen to file claim?

FAQ #8: When does an employee report a claim?

FAQ #9: Do employers have to report claims?

FAQ #10: How does an employee file a claim?

FAQ #11: How long does an employee have to file claim?

FAQ #12: Who decides the workers’ compensation claim?

FAQ #13: Can I appeal the administrative judge’s order?

FAQ #14: Can I choose my own doctor?

FAQ #15: What are my benefits?

FAQ #16: Are benefits from the date of injury?

FAQ #17: What type of medical benefits can I anticipate receiving?

FAQ #18: Are there any other limits to medical benefits?

FAQ #19: How long do I have to be off work before I receive benefits?

FAQ #20: How much will I receive in benefits?

FAQ #21: Are workers’ compensation disability benefits paid for “pain & suffering”?

FAQ #22: Does the employer have to keep paying my health insurance other premiums while I’m off work?

FAQ #23: Can my employer make me use my vacation or sick leave time while I’m off work due to a work injury?

FAQ #3: What is workers’ compensation?

FAQ #24: How much can an attorney charge in fees and are attorney fees taken out of my benefits checks?