Definition
Programs that provide assistance for people who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits to which they are entitled by law under state Workers Compensation statutes. The programs may help people understand the eligibility criteria for Workers Compensation benefits, the benefits provided by the program, and the rights of beneficiaries; provide consultation and advice; help them complete Workers Compensation application forms; negotiate on their behalf with Workers Compensation benefits staff; and/or represent them in administrative hearings or judicial litigation. Included are organizations that offer a range of advocacy services as well as legal aid programs which offer more formalized legal assistance. Workers Compensation is a disability insurance program mandated by the state and funded by employer contributions which provides compensation to covered employees for loss of their earnings as a result of an accidental injury or occupational disease sustained during employment, or which compensates dependents in case of a work-related death.
URL Name
FT-1000-9700
Third Level Code
FT-1000
Taxonomy Code
FT-1000.9700
Parent Code
FT-1000
Family Code
F
Second Level Code
FT
Fourth Level Code
FT-1000-9700
Use References
Injured Worker Claims Assistance, Injured Workers Claims Assistance, Injured Workers' Claims Assistance, Workers Compensation Advocacy, Workers Compensation Counseling, Workers Compensation Legal Assistance, Workers Compensation Rights Assistance, Workers Comp Benefits Assistance
Publication Status
Online