An Act creating fairness in workers' compensation disfigurement benefits
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve the process for workers’ compensation claims related to disfigurement, specifically addressing scarring. Currently, the state’s workers’ compensation system may not adequately recognize or compensate individuals who experience scarring as a result of workplace injuries. The bill seeks to create a more equitable system for these claims, ensuring fair compensation for those affected.
Key provisions
- Increases compensation for workers who suffer scarring due to workplace injuries.
- Establishes a clearer process for assessing and valuing scarring in workers’ compensation claims.
- Requires insurance companies to provide more detailed explanations of how disfigurement benefits are calculated.
- Addresses potential disparities in the treatment of scarring claims compared to other types of disfigurement claims.
- Focuses on improving the recognition and compensation for scarring injuries.
Who is affected
- Workers who experience disfigurement or scarring as a result of workplace injuries.
- Insurance companies providing workers’ compensation coverage.
- The workers’ compensation system in Massachusetts.
Notable changes
- The bill seeks to standardize the process for evaluating scarring claims.
- It may require adjustments to existing workers’ compensation formulas to better reflect the impact of scarring.
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3 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Christopher Hendricks
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