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Form WC 1 Employer's First Report of Injury. All injuries or occupational diseases that result in lost time from work in excess of three shifts or calendar days or from permanent physical impairment must be reported to EMPLOYERS® on this form within 10 days after notice or knowledge of the injury or disease.

The Employer's First Report of Occupational Injury or Illness form is to be completed by an employer or its workers' compensation insurance carrier to notify the Workers' Compensation Commission of occupational injuries or illnesses that result in incapacity for one day or more.

The statute of limitations for filing a compensation claim for an accidental injury is one year from the date of the injury, while for an occupational disease or illness it is three years from the first manifestation of a symptom...so be sure to file in time!

If you're a business owner, member of an LLC, corporate officer, partner in a partnership, sole proprietor, or independent contractor, you're not required to have workers' compensation coverage. Given the high cost of medical bills, you should consider purchasing this policy even when it's not required.

How Long Does It Take to Reach a Settlement for Workers' Comp in Connecticut ? The entire settlement process—from filing your claim to having the money in your hands—can take around 12-18 months depending on the details of your case and whether or not you have legal representation.

The Connecticut Workers' Compensation Act was first enacted in 1913. Note the following: The Act has seen changes over the years, but has maintained its premise as a mandatory program that pays medical costs and lost wages to full-time and part-time employees in the event of work-related injuries and illnesses.

How Much Does Workman's Comp Pay in CT? If your employee gets hurt or sick from their job, they're entitled to 75% of their after-tax average weekly wage. In Connecticut, the maximum weekly compensation benefit is $1,373.

Cumulative trauma injuries are caused by repetitive mentally or physically traumatic activities that happen over days, weeks, months, or years. These activities can cause disability or the need for medical care. The number of cumulative trauma claims is rising.

Report the injury or illness to your employer If you don't report your injury within 30 days, you could lose your right to receive workers' compensation benefits.