Worker's Compensation

Worker’s Compensation. What is it?

Worker’s compensation provides monetary compensation to a worker who is injured or becomes ill as a result of his or her employment. Some common types of workplace injuries include:

• Back injuries or other muscular injuries due to heavy lifting or twisting

• Injury accidents due to unsafe equipment or working conditions, including brain injuries

• Repetitive motion stress injuries such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Tendinitis

• Illnesses resulting from exposure to harmful chemicals or materials such asbestos

Compensation may include some or all of the following:

• Wage loss benefits equivalent to 2/3 your normal salary

• Coverage of medical treatment, including doctor and hospital bills, medication, physical therapy, and mileage to and from doctor’s visits

• Vocational rehabilitation/retraining

• Compensation for any permanent impairment resulting from the injury

• Reimbursement for living expenses if the injured person is unable to resume work

• Death benefits and/or funeral expenses in cases of fatal injury