What process is initiated when an employee is injured at work?

When an employee is injured at work, the process initiated is typically workman's compensation. This system is designed to provide financial support and medical benefits to employees who sustain injuries or illnesses that are directly related to their job. Workman's compensation aims to ensure that employees receive necessary medical care and compensation for lost wages due to their inability to work as a result of the injury.

Workman's compensation is a legal requirement in many jurisdictions, and it protects both the employee and employer by offering a no-fault insurance system. This means that employees do not need to prove negligence on the employer’s part to receive benefits, and in return, employers may be protected from lawsuits related to workplace injuries.

In contrast, disability insurance is intended to provide income support for disabilities that may occur off the job, health insurance covers general medical expenses regardless of work-related injuries, and employee assistance programs are more focused on providing psychological support or counseling rather than addressing injury-related claims.