You must report your work injury as soon as possible. Depending on what state you live in, you may only have a certain period of time to report the injury to your employer. Notifying your employer of the injury is the first step in the workers compensation process. In fact, it is essentially one of the most vital steps when filing a claim. After notifying your boss about the workplace accident, he or she should offer to have you visit a doctor the very same day. It is in your best interest to accept this offer and be seen by a doctor so you can get treatment if needed.