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As a general rule, a business with more than two employees is required to carry workers’ compensation coverage. An employee is viewed broadly under workers’ compensation law and includes part-time, seasonal and temporary workers, minors, trainees, immigrants and working family members.
Most employers doing business in Virginia and most employees working in Virginia are covered under the requirements of the Act. VWC ensures compliance with the Act and all workers’ compensation requirements through its mission and agency operations.
A: Virginia law requires Virginia workers’ compensation coverage for work performed or subcontracted in Virginia, even if it is temporary work. Virginia does not have reciprocity with any other state.
Workers’ compensation insurance is required for most employers performing work in Virginia. It serves as a tradeoff, providing injured workers specific benefits while protecting employers from civil suit.
The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission works as a court system, administering the workers’ compensation laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Commission is not an advocate for injured workers and does not make payments on claims. The Commission can assist in the following ways:
Lost Wages and Other Monetary Compensation: The rate, amount, and the duration of compensation for all disability benefits are detailed in the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act . For assistance, call 1-877-664-2566.
Employees who suffer on-the-job injuries and diseases may be eligible for benefits under the Virginia Workers' Compensation Act. If injured, you should (1) report your injury to your employer immediately; and (2) file a claim with the Commission no later than two years after the accident.
The injured worker must file a claim with the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission in order to protect their right to benefits under Virginia law, even if there have been payments by the employer or claim administrator for time missed from work because of the injury or for medical treatment for the injury.
Rules that provide mandatory procedures for the filing of claims and applications and the resolution of disputes both informally and through hearings.
Assists employers in understanding the Statutory Employer law, § 65.2-302 and Virginia coverage requirements