If I am taken off work by the doctor should I receive a weekly check?
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Answer:

Yes. If the doctor they have approved says that you are unable to work then you should receive a weekly check. The amount of the check is called your "rate" which is generally based upon your average weekly wages for a period of 13 weeks before you were injured. The total number of hours you work count, but overtime is counted at your normal hourly rate. Usually, yearly bonuses should be included in the rate calculation and weeks which do not represent your normal work week (for example, you may have taken some vacation days or were sick) are usually skipped. There is much more information about how your rate is determined in my Iowa work injury book.

(WARNING: THESE ARE GENERAL STATEMENTS AND ARE NOT INTENDED AS LEGAL ADVICE OR LEGAL OPINIONS. IF YOU THINK THAT YOU HAVE AN EMPLOYMENT LAW CLAIM THERE ARE DEADLINES WHICH CAN BE AS SHORT AS ONLY A FEW DAYS TO FILE A GRIEVANCE OR ONLY A FEW MONTHS TO FILE A COMPLAINT WITH THE CIVIL RIGHTS COMMISSION OR EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION. IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE AN EMPLOYMENT LAW CASE THEN YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH AN ATTORNEY RIGHT AWAY.)

Do you have more questions or would just like to know more about Iowa's workers compensation laws? Then request a copy of my Iowa workers compensation book which is available to you at no cost, risk or obligation. If you would like immediate assistance call toll free at 888-792-3595 and ask for Corey.