It’s thrilling to start a new job, but in some situations, newly recruited employees are not eligible for all of the same perks as their coworkers. A worker may not be regarded as “fully” employed during a “probationary period” – generally the first 30, 60, or 90 days of employment. Due to their current position, new hires are not eligible for some benefits like health insurance or paid time off.
You might be unsure of your eligibility for workers’ compensation benefits if you recently started a new job and were hurt there. Is it acceptable for your employer to refuse you injury coverage while you’re on probation? Read on to get the answer and then contact PLBH at (800) 435-7542 if you require help from an employment law attorney.
A probationary period is what, exactly?
For new employees, a probationary term is simply a “trial period.” An employee who has just been hired can face stricter scrutiny and less autonomy in their position. During the probationary period, an employee’s employer has the right to fire them if they are found to be unsuited for the position. Employers can move on to the next applicant before the dismissed employee has fully acclimated by firing them while they are still on probation. Furthermore, an employer might not be required to pay severance at that time.
Although the specifics of a probationary period may vary from employer to employer, in general, new hires are not permitted to take use of the same benefits as their more seasoned peers.
Rights you have when starting a new job
Certain components of your job can be defined by your company, like the number of sick days and paid time off you can accrue annually, the health insurance benefits they provide, and whether an employee is allowed to work remotely. Other aspects of work, however, are governed by both state and federal law. One employment perk that most Americans are entitled to in the US is workers’ compensation.
You have the same rights to work injury benefits and procedures as your coworkers even though you are a new hire. No matter how long you have been employed, you are entitled to workers’ compensation.
Get help if you are injured at work
If you have suffered an injury at work, contact PLBH at (800) 435-7542 for legal help. We can assess your case to determine what your next step is, whether filing a workers’ compensation case or a personal injury claim. Call now so we can get started right away.