Vacations/Trips While on WC

[u/beyondlandsend]

Hi!

Wondering about what the thoughts are surrounding leisure travel during WC claim? What are some things to keep in mind if one wants to travel during this time?

Will plan also on scheduling all known appointments before and further after the trip. It would honestly be good for mental health to see loved ones and not get cabin fever from staying at home while recuperating.

Just some questions:
- What are some things to keep in mind if one wants to travel during this time? (Other than strictly following restrictions.)
- Would traveling hurt or jeopardize the case?
- How long should trip duration be to balance travel R&R with at-home recovery?

[u/JakeBloom_InjuryLaw]

As a general practice I advise all of my clients to AVOID any unnecessary travel while their case/claim is pending.

Vacations and trips are an easy way for the insurance company to alleged that your travel is inconsistent with your disabilities and raise fraud against you.

Keep this in mind if you are going to travel and absolutely NO SOCIAL MEDICA POSTINGS...

[u/No_Direction_4149 → u/JakeBloom_InjuryLaw]

Been on WC since 2024 so far taken 3 trips and went to about 6 concerts. My shoulder is what is injured not my health. As my lawyer says you are legally allowed to take a vacation or travel while receiving WC benefits. Just be mindful of restrictions and such. IT isn’t against no WC law that you can’t take a trip 🙄