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Workers' Compensation - On-the-Job Injury or Illness
Resource Author/Owner/Service Provider
NYS Workers' Compensation Board (WCB)
Description
Workers' compensation is insurance that provides cash benefits and/or medical care for workers who are injured or become ill as a direct result of their job. Contact the Workers' Compensation Board for assistance and information in filing a claim, eligibility, notice of rejection, pregnancy, disability coverage and for general information.
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