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How prepared are workers’ compensation systems for COVID-19?

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

The “Unknown” occupational disease risk in workers’ compensation When workers’ compensation systems started a century ago, the focus was “industrial accidents”. page U47] Over time, most workers’ compensation systems adapted to include coverage for occupational diseases. This limitation was noted at the time.

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Does workers’ compensation cover the full cost of a funeral for a work-related death?

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

Every workers’ compensation system provides certain payments in the event of a work-related death of a worker. The expectation that workers’ compensation insurance will cover the full cost of a funeral and burial of an injured worker, however, is not the reality in all jurisdictions. but no statutory maximum.

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Issue Commentary: Employer’s Liability for Post-Injury Medical Treatment

The Workcomp Writer

He also alleged that instead of being transported to a hospital by ambulance, he was initially placed in the back of a pickup truck and taken to Precision’s office, that he was later transported to an urgent care clinic, and that medical personnel there indicated he had not sustained any fracture. Chase Manhattan Bank , 155 Misc.

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Can a worker claim workers’ compensation for COVID-19 exposure, illness or quarantine?

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

The adjudicative decision for a workers’ compensation claim will become more complex as the risk differential between work and non-work exposures equalize. The duty to plan for and protect workers is not limited to the healthcare system. Retail, factories, banks, arenas, restaurants and offices need procedures and plans in place.