My employer doesn't have worker's comp, what do I need to do to get compensation?

I developed a condition called Ulnar Neuropathy in my left arm. I am a typist. I have been with my employer for almost 4 years. They have chosen not have supply worker's comp. I know this happened while working at the location because I just started the symptoms about 2 months ago. I never had this symptoms before. I have already consulted with my MD and was referred to an Ortho doctor. They have told me that I need to rest my arm (s) but that would mean I'd have to stop working. I can't afford to stop working. What should I do?

It is not required of all employers. If you've been injured, see a workers comp. lawyer & s/he'll answer all your questions. They typically give free consultations.

Its required by your employer in some states to care workman's comp, and if the don't they can be fined. Turn them into the labor board, and have them check into it, and then you need to get with the company and have them decide what they are going to do to compesate you, and if they won't your going to have to sue them for money. Good Luck.

it's not required for all employers, if u don't have disability insurance you're screwed. try and see if short term unemployment benefits are available. You might be able to go through your employers insurance.

Here in Florida, except for certain industries, if you have less than 4 employees it's not required

Employers have to provide workers comp to protect them from the insurance laws.If the don't have it,you can sue the pants off them,when you are injured and can't work.
Below is a website that that will help you in some way,on state and federal regs

They have to have worker's comp, it's the law.

File suit against him. In the USA, if a employer does not provide workmans comp coverage for his employees, he is required to post a bond with the state where his business is located, proving to the state that he is financially solvent and able to provide compensation for employees injured on the job while under his employment. Check it out.

Report them to the labor board... and sue the dickens out of em'.