Workers' compensation

Workers' compensation (workers’ comp) can help you if you experience a job-related injury or illness. Learn about the benefits and where to file a claim.

Workers' compensation benefits

Most workers' compensation programs provide:

• Cash payments for lost wages while you recover
• Medical expenses
• Benefits to dependents if a worker dies due to a work-related injury or illness

Where to file for workers’ compensation

There are workers’ compensations programs at the state and federal level. Find the program that applies to your situation:

• State programs handle claims for employees of private organizations and state and local governments. Contact your state workers' compensation office to learn about benefits and eligibility and to file a claim.
• Federal employees and other specific groups can file workers’ compensation claims through the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP).

If your claim is denied, you can appeal the decision.