Workers' Compensation Insurance (WCI) provides employees with medical benefits and, in some cases, weekly income payments, if you suffer a work related injury or occupational illness. For an injury or illness to be work related, it has to originate while you are engaged in the work your job requires you to do for the university.
You're entitled to medical aid, hospital services, and medication required at the time of injury, and afterwards, to treat the work related injury. In some cases, you may get financial benefits to make up for a portion of lost earnings and/or a permanent impairment from the injury.
WCI does not compensate you for damage to or loss of your personal property.
Helpful Resources
- How to Report a Work Injury/Illness and Seek Medical Care
- Managing Return-to-Work Employees
- Workers’ Compensation Insurance Checklist (coming soon)