Retaliation for Filing Workers' Comp in Kansas
Whether an employer in Kansas can fire or punish you for filing a workers' comp claim, and what you can do.
Short answer: An administrative law judge hears the claim and issues an award. Any party may request review by the Workers Compensation Appeals Board within 10 days (excluding weekends and holidays); K.S.A. 44-551, 44-556
| Appealing a denial | An administrative law judge hears the claim and issues an award. Any party may request review by the Workers Compensation Appeals Board within 10 days (excluding weekends and holidays); Board review is required before going to court. Any party may then appeal a final Board order to the Kansas Court of Appeals within 30 days of the order; review is limited to questions of law. Source: K.S.A. 44-551, 44-556 |
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Where to get help in Kansas
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FAQ
How do you appeal a denied workers' comp claim in Kansas?
An administrative law judge hears the claim and issues an award. Any party may request review by the Workers Compensation Appeals Board within 10 days (excluding weekends and holidays); Board review is required before going to court. Any party may then appeal a final Board order to the Kansas Court of Appeals within 30 days of the order; review is limited to questions of law.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.