Nevada Workers Comp Guide
Most of the confusion around workers comp in Nevada comes from not knowing what happens next. Here's the actual sequence, start to finish.
How to File a Claim in Nevada
Report the injury to your employer first — this starts the clock on your claim and is separate from the formal filing deadline.
- Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible
- Seek medical treatment and inform the provider it's work-related
- Your employer files a First Report of Injury with their insurer
- File your own claim within Nevada's deadline — see below
- Cooperate with the insurer's investigation and any requested exams
Filing Deadline and Waiting Period
Nevada's general filing deadline is 3 months from the date of injury, and there's a 5-day waiting period before wage-replacement benefits begin. See the full filing deadline guide for tolling rules and what happens if you miss it.
What Happens After You File
Once your claim is filed, the insurer has a window to accept, deny, or request more information — how long that takes varies, but persistent follow-up rarely hurts.
Do You Need an Attorney in Nevada?
Nevada attorneys work on contingency for workers comp cases, meaning there's no upfront cost to have one review your claim — worth doing even if you're not sure you need full representation. Nevada caps attorney contingency fees at 33.3%.