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more_legal_areas workers_compensationWorker''s compensation classification provides the general guidelines for who is covered by worker''s compensation, what type of injuries qualify an individual for worker''s comp, and the type of benefits one may be eligible to receive. Worker''s compensation is the means through which injured workers are compensated for injuries sustained on the job or as a result of their job. Every state and the federal government have laws which require most companies to purchase worker''s compensation insurance for their employees. In exchange for this coverage, employees (in most cases) are unable to sue their employer for damages incurred from a work related injury.
Worker''s compensation classification determines who is eligible for worker''s compensation benefits. Most all companies with more than three to five workers provide insurance for their employees. There are certain individuals under the worker''s compensation classification system that are exempt from coverage. Business owners, independent contractors, domestic employees, farm workers, maritime employees, railroad workers (covered under a separate law), unpaid volunteers, and casual workers may not be eligible for worker''s compensation benefits.
The worker''s compensation classification system also defines the types of injuries that are or are not covered by worker''s compensation insurance. Any injury or illness that is incurred as a result of an individual''s work is usually covered by insurance. This can include accident injuries, repetitive stress injuries, and some long term injuries and diseases that are caused by work conditions. Under the worker''s compensation classification system there are injuries that are not covered by insurance. These include injuries that were sustained while the worker was intoxicated, committing a crime, or violating company policy. Self inflicted injuries and injuries suffered while not on the job are generally exempt from coverage as well.
The worker''s compensation classification system also defines in broad terms what benefits can be received when injured on the job. The system generally provides replacement income, medical expense coverage, and sometimes vocational rehabilitation benefits to employees regardless of who was at fault for the injury. In the case of permanent or fatal disability, employees may be eligible to receive permanent work disability or Social Security benefits.
The benefits that an employee is eligible for is largely predicated upon the report that a worker''s comp doctor presents regarding the individual''s state of health. In most cases the doctor that is used has been chosen by the employer, though in some cases, a worker has the right to see their own doctor.
It is important to keep in mind that each state has their own worker''s compensation classification system outlining the requirements and terms of worker''s compensation. The federal government has their own worker''s compensation classification system. If you have been injured on the job and have questions about worker''s compensation, you may wish to contact a lawyer who is familiar with the laws and regulations in your area.
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