Start with the issue actually in dispute
Intoxication allegation is mainly a problem of evidence, testing, and state-specific defense rules. Build the file around the written notice, dated record, or event that created the problem.
Documents to gather
Test records, chain-of-custody information, incident report, witness accounts, policies, and medical records.
Questions to answer before acting
- What changed, on what date, and who made the decision?
- Is there a written notice or only a phone conversation?
- Which medical, wage, employment, or incident record directly addresses the dispute?
- What state or federal agency procedure controls the next step?
- Is there a separate employment, third-party, leave, or discrimination issue that should not be mixed into the workers’ compensation question?
Important caution
Do not assume the allegation automatically decides the claim; verify the state rule and actual evidence.