What Your Employer Needs to do

Your employer needs to:

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  • Cooperate with the doctor, claim manager or vocational counselor if they try to find other work options for you.
  • Be aware of cost savings related to helping you return to work. For more information contact your local L&I office or read how L&I advises employers to manage injury claims.
  • Know that you, the worker, have the right to refuse job assignments that violate your doctor's restrictions.

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