Workers Compensation Notice Requirements for Employees – WV
WEST VIRGINIA
Must Employee Give Notice of Injury or Illness to Employer?
Yes
Must Notice Be in Writing?
Yes
When Must Notice Be Given?
Notice must be given immediately after employee sustains the injury, or as soon thereafter as possible.
Exemptions to Notice Requirements
None
Effect of Failure to Notify Employer
State has no statutory requirements.
Other Provisions
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Citation to Authority – click link to view statute:
Report of injuries by employees