About Alika K. Angerman
Alika K. Angerman is a Nevada State Bar-certified workers' compensation specialist at Angerman Law in Las Vegas with over a decade of experience representing injured workers at administrative hearings and appeals before Nevada's Department of Administration. He was admitted to the Nevada bar in 2013 after earning his J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
Practice Overview: Workers' Compensation in Nevada
Nevada's workers' compensation system (NRS Chapter 616) requires employers to maintain industrial insurance coverage for all employees. Injured workers in Clark County can file claims with their employer's insurer, but disputes are resolved through the Nevada Division of Industrial Relations (DIR) appeals process. Workers' comp covers medical treatment, temporary disability (wage replacement at 66.67% of average wages), permanent partial/total disability, and vocational rehabilitation. Nevada workers have 90 days from the date of injury (or knowledge of occupational disease) to file a C-1 notice of injury. An attorney can help when claims are denied or benefits are inadequate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do immediately after a workplace injury in Nevada?
Report the injury to your employer immediately — Nevada requires written notice of injury (Form C-1) within 90 days (NRS 616C.015). Seek medical treatment from a provider authorized by your employer's insurer. Complete the claim paperwork (Form C-4) at your first medical visit. If your employer doesn't have workers' comp insurance, the Nevada Uninsured Employers' Claim Account provides coverage. Document everything — photographs, witness information, and all medical records.
Can I be fired for filing a workers' compensation claim in Nevada?
No. NRS 616C.160 prohibits employers from retaliating against employees who file workers' compensation claims. Retaliation includes termination, demotion, reduction in hours, or hostile work environment after filing a claim. If you believe you've been retaliated against, document the adverse action and contact a workers' compensation attorney immediately.
What is a permanent partial disability (PPD) rating in Nevada?
Once you reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI), your treating physician assigns a permanent partial disability (PPD) rating representing the percentage of permanent impairment to your whole body (based on AMA Guides). Nevada pays a lump sum or annuity based on this rating. Disputes about the rating can be appealed to a Hearing Officer and then an Appeals Officer. An attorney can help ensure your rating is accurate and your settlement is fair.
What if my Nevada workers' comp claim is denied?
If your claim is denied, you can appeal to a Hearing Officer within 70 days of the denial (NRS 616C.310). If the Hearing Officer rules against you, appeal to an Appeals Officer within 30 days. Further appeals go to the Nevada District Court. The appeals process has strict deadlines — missing a deadline can waive your rights. An experienced workers' compensation attorney should evaluate your denied claim immediately.
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