The Industrial Commission of Arizona administers and enforces state laws relating to the protection of life, health, safety and welfare of Arizona's employees. This includes laws relating to workers' compensation, occupational safety and health, payment of wages, and child labor.
one yearThis time limit is called the statute of limitations. You have only one year from the date of a workplace accident to file a claim for compensation in Arizona. Failure to file once the deadline expires could mean that you forfeit your right to seek the benefits you need and deserve.
In Arizona, workers' comp covers all medical expenses to heal the work-related injury or illness. It can also provide some of the missed wages when injured workers need time off to recover. Coverage requirements in Arizona say you must provide workers' comp for full-time and part-time workers.
Claims - Filing a Claim A claim is made either by filling out and signing a Worker's and Physician's Report of Injury at the doctor's office or by obtaining a Worker's Report of Injury (use download link directly above to obtain report form) from the ICA, and filing either report with the ICA.
Workers' comp benefits Workers receive both medical coverage and payments for lost wages and permanent disabilities. If you are unable to work for more than one week, you are able to receive compensation for the lost wages, which are called “lost time benefits.” Your doctor must certify that you are not able to work.
How much does workers' compensation insurance cost in Arizona? Estimated employer rates for workers' compensation in Arizona are $0.78 per $100 in covered payroll.
The State Compensation Fund (SCF) of Arizona provides mandatory workers' compensation coverage and services for Arizona businesses and their employees. The SCF was created in 1925 by the Legislature as part of Arizona's original Workman's Compensation Act (Act).
Does workers' compensation pay for time off? If you have to take time off from work due to your injuries, workers' comp will pay for that time. If you are back at work, but you have to take some time off to visit the doctor, workers' comp will pay for the time you take off, your travel and other expenses.
Arizona Workers' Compensation Insurance Forms. The standard Acord 130 application form for workers' comp coverage in Arizona.
Under Arizona law, it is mandatory for employers to secure workers' compensation insurance for their employees. Workers' compensation is a “no fault” system in which an injured employee is entitled to receive benefits for an industrial injury, no matter who caused the job-related accident.
What do I need to prove in an accident at work claim? First, you need to prove that the accident that caused your injury (or medical condition) was not your fault. Second, the evidence must demonstrate that the accident was caused by the negligent action - or inaction - of your employer.
How do you claim? Inform your supervisor or employer as soon as possible (verbally or in writing). Make note of anyone who witnessed the accident. The form that needs to be completed is WCL 2: Notice of Accident and Claim for Compensation.