Workers Compensation Notice Requirements for Employees – MT

MONTANA

Must Employee Give Notice of Injury or Illness to Employer? 

Yes

Must Notice Be in Writing?

No

When Must Notice Be Given?

Within 30 days after the injury.

Exemptions to Notice Requirements 

If employer has actual knowledge.

Effect of Failure to Notify Employer 

Claim is not compensable.

Other Provisions 

Citation to Authority – Click on link to view statute;

MCA § 39-71-603

Notice of injuries