Workers Compensation Notice Requirements for Employees – RI
RHODE ISLAND
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 of the injury’s occurrence or the illnesses manifestation.
Exemptions to Notice Requirements
State has no statutory requirements.
Effect of Failure to Notify Employer
Claim for compensation may be barred.
Other Provisions
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Citation to Authority – click link to view statute:
Notice of injury to employer