Hurt At Work
SDCL § 62-7-10 — written notice within three business days, the employee's choice of doctor, and two years after a denial
Three business days. An injured employee notifies the employer immediately or as soon as practical, and in writing no later than three business days after the injury, saying when, where and how it happened. Late notice bars the claim unless the employer knew, or there was good cause.
The employer provides necessary medical, surgical and hospital care, and the employee makes the initial choice of doctor at the employer's expense.
Workers' compensation is the employee's remedy against the employer for a work injury, apart from an intentional tort.
After a denial. The claim is barred unless a written petition for hearing is filed with the department within two years after the insurer gives written notice that it denies coverage.
A particular claim is a question for a licensed South Dakota attorney.
Sources for this section (4)
- SDCL § 62-7-10 — Notice to employer of injury; Condition precedent to compensation
- SDCL § 62-4-1 — Medical and hospital expense
- SDCL § 62-3-2 — Rights and remedies of employees limited
- SDCL § 62-7-35 — Limitation of action on claim for compensation
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed South Dakota attorney.