Workers' Compensation Surveillance
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A common fear Workers’ Compensation claimants have after their claim has been accepted is if they will be under surveillance. This is a legitimate fear as the law does allow insurance companies to hire investigators to watch an injured worker.
Investigators are not allowed to trespass, photograph, or record you on your property. They are allowed to follow you, speak with your neighbors, and even videotape you and any activities you participate in in public places. The purpose is to find you performing duties or activities that prove you are not as injured as you are claiming.
Be very aware and suspicious of phone calls claiming you have been selected to test consumer products, as investigators may pose as an organization and try to get you to perform duties outside your medical restrictions. You should also be wary of strangers in emergency situations, such as needed help changing a tire as this could be the investigator watching you. If the investigator gets you to help him/her they could videotape you and use that against you in front of a Workers’ Compensation Judge.
The videotapes are commonly misleading but Judge’s do take them into consideration when evaluating your case. Obviously, this evidence could damage your claim and cause you to lose your compensation and even be found guilty of insurance fraud.
Don't wait to be followed before you seek legal representation. Call the experienced Workers' Compensation attorneys at The Pisanchyn Law Firm now so we can make you aware of what to look for and offer you 24/7 advice in the event you notice someone following you. We will do our very best to protect your privacy from these investigators and ensure that your case is not damaged by their attempts to trick you.
