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How do I find a workers'compensation lawyer near me?

Their R number should be included on all correspondence with the Board, including forms OC-400, OC-400.1, RFA-1 and RFA-2. IF User IDs and passwords have been previously granted to attorneys, attorney firms or licensed representatives, to access the Board's electronic case folder system, referred to as eCase, these users may view cases where their R number is listed as a …

How do I contact the NYS Workers'Compensation Board?

An R Number is a Workers' Compensation Board assigned identifier used to identify attorneys, attorney firms, or licensed representatives who are representing injured workers, employers, carriers, third-party administrators, and the Special Funds Conservation Committee. Apply for an R Number. Guidance for managing firm/attorney changes.

How do I contact the Indiana Workers Compensation Board?

Finding Legal Representation. As an injured worker, you have the right to be represented by an attorney or a licensed representative of your choosing. The New York State Bar Association and the Injured Workers' Bar Association provide tools on their websites to help you find a lawyer near you who practices workers' compensation law.

Can a non attorney represent me in a Workers Comp case?

The Workers' Compensation Appeals Board, a seven-member, judicial body appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate, exercises all judicial powers vested in it by the Labor Code. Its major functions include review of petitions for reconsideration of decisions by workers' compensation administrative law judges of the Division of Workers ...

Workers

Access important information and resources related to your workers’ compensation, disability and/or Paid Family Leave benefits.

Insurers

Find resources and reporting requirements related to workers’ compensation, disability and Paid Family Leave insurance coverage.

Self-Insured Employers

Learn about eligibility and requirements to self-insure for workers’ compensation, disability and Paid Family Leave.

Health Care Providers

Become an authorized provider, find fee schedules, access medical treatment and impairment guidelines.

Representatives

Access important resources on workers’ compensation for attorneys and licensed claimant representatives.

Agreements

Learn about agreements made in a workers' compensation claim, including settlements.

Decisions

View Full Board and other select decisions issued by the Workers' Compensation Board.

Medical Treatment Guidelines

Get information and access training related to the NYS Medical Treatment Guidelines.

Impairment Guidelines

Access NYS guidelines for determining permanent impairment, loss of wage earning capacity, schedule loss of use.

What is WCAB in the labor code?

The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) exercises all judicial powers vested by the Labor Code in a reasonable and sound manner and provides guidance and leadership to the workers' compensation community through case opinions and regulations.

When is the en banc order issued for the Appeals Board?

In light of the continued state of emergency in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and pursuant to the Appeals Board’s en banc order issued on April 6, 2020, documents intended for the Appeals Board, Office of the Commissioners may be sent to WCABEmergencyBox@dir.ca.gov.

Language Assistance

Please call us at (877) 632-4996 for free language assistance services.

Sending Information to the Board

Centralized mailing address for all workers’ compensation claims and claim-related documents:

What is the new law for visual impairment?

Public Law 139-2020, previously SEA269 , went into effect on 7/1/2020. This bill fixes the subrogation statute, changes the method of calculating visual impairments and implements a number of procedural changes.

Is the Worker's Compensation Board open?

Effective Monday, June 15th, 2020, the Worker’s Compensation Board’s offices will be open to the public by appointment only. Walk-ins will be unable to get into the building and should call (317-233-3009) or email instead at www.in.gov/wcb for an appointment. Those with appointments will be met at the public entrance on the east side of the building.

When is EDI 3.1 webinar?

EDI 3.1 Demystified for Attorneys Webinar/Seminar will be held on Thursday, November 21st from 1pm - 3pm EST. This will be an overview of FROI/SROI reporting as well as a review of common Indiana EDI filing issues and changes.

How long does it take to memorialize a lump sum payment?

Lump sum payment information must be memorialized through EDI within 30 days of Board approval of a settlement. This will be done via "PY" followed by an "FN" filing. Please see the updated Settlement Procedures for more information.

When does the Indiana Worker's Compensation formulary go into effect?

Guidance for implementation of Indiana Worker’s compensation formulary is now available here. Please note that the formulary goes into effect January 1st 2019. The guidance provided is not final so please continue to check the WCB website periodically for updates.

Can settlement papers be accepted?

Paper settlements documents will no longer be accepted by the Board. Those sent in or dropped off will be destroyed and the parties informed by phone or e-mail to submit the Agreement and Order as a PDF according to the Checklist and Procedure documents found here . Documents will not be marked Received until processed through the electronic system. Please know the Board will continue to improve this process as comments are received and notice will always be given through this format and notices on the website.