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Category | Key Information |
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Coverage Requirement | Required for employers with one or more employees, including part-time and minors. |
Nature of Coverage | Statutory, no-fault insurance. Administered by the Indiana Workers’ Compensation Board. |
Claim Filing Deadlines | Injury by accident: 2 years from the date of injury or last compensation payment (IC 22-3-3-3). |
Indemnity Benefits | Temporary Total: 66⅔% of average weekly wage, subject to state max. Permanent Partial: Based on impairment rating and schedule. Fatal: Benefits to dependents + funeral expenses. |
Medical Benefits | Employer/carrier selects treating physician. Coverage includes necessary medical treatment, rehab, and prosthetics. |
Permanent Disability | Based on AMA Guides and Indiana schedule; includes PPI (Permanent Partial Impairment) rating. |
Claim Denials | May be denied for: - Willful misconduct - Intoxication - Injury not arising out of employment |
Adjuster Role | Investigate and evaluate claims. Coordinate medical care. Submit forms via Gateway portal. Monitor PPI submissions and settlements. |
Employer Role | Must report injuries promptly and cooperate with carrier/adjuster. |
Return-to-Work Programs | Encouraged; includes modified duty and vocational rehabilitation options. |
Cost-Saving Tips | Early reporting, use of authorized providers, safety programs, return-to-work strategies. |
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Frank Ferreri
Frank Ferreri, M.A., J.D. covers workers' compensation legal issues. He has published books, articles, and other material on multiple areas of employment, insurance, and disability law. Frank received his master's degree from the University of South Florida and juris doctor from the University of Florida Levin College of Law. Frank encourages everyone to consider helping out the Kind Souls Foundation and Kids' Chance of America.
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