Workers' Compensation laws by state

Workers’ Compensation laws vary by state but generally provide employees with medical care and wage replacement if injured on the job, regardless of fault. Employers are required to carry insurance to cover these costs. Benefits typically include medical treatment, disability payments, and vocational rehabilitation. In exchange, injured workers usually give up the right to sue their employer for negligence. Each state sets specific rules about what qualifies as a work-related injury, how benefits are calculated, and the procedures for filing claims, ensuring injured workers receive timely support while balancing employer protections.