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Indiana’s workers’ compensation requirements for employers mandate that businesses that employ even one person must purchase workers’ compensation insurance.
It’s important to follow all Indiana workers’ compensation requirements for employers. However, there are several methods to avoid overpaying for the appropriate level of coverage.
Some of the top ways to save money include:
Most states are similar in terms of how you buy workers’ compensation insurance.
The first step is to get a quote for a workers’ compensation policy based on the estimated annual payroll of your business. Then you’ll choose a policy, and pay the premium over for a year of coverage.
After that period ends, your payroll is audited to see how accurate the original estimate was. If you paid too little, you get a bill. Those who pay too much, get a refund.
Workers' comp coverage also protects employers from legal action. This means that if an employee sues your business because of a workplace injury, the insurance will cover the legal costs of the case.
The best option for most businesses is to buy workers’ compensation insurance from an insurance company. These companies are authorized by the state to provide coverage.
If you aren’t able to find coverage through a private company, there are other options.
The Assigned Risk Pool or an alternate State Insurance Fund can be used to ensure you get the coverage you need. These options are usually more expensive.
Some very large businesses may choose to self-insure which means handling all lawsuits and bills normally covered under workers’ compensation on their own.
Not having workers’ comp insurance in Indiana can land you in hot water. An employer who does not have insurance and isn’t self-insured commits a Class A Infraction.
The workers’ compensation board may order any of the following:
The spouse and children of a worker are eligible for death benefits in Indiana. For those who have no dependents, the benefits may be paid to others.
The maximum burial allowance in the state is $7,500. The family can also receive up to 67% of the average weekly wage of the worker. This has a minimum benefit of $50 a week and a maximum limit of $780.
Death benefits can last up to 500 weeks. However, benefits stop if the spouse gets married or dies. In addition, children stop getting benefits at 18 or 21 if they are a student.
Workers’ compensation settlements in Indiana are often paid out as a single lump sum for a permanent disability. Another option is structured settlements paid out over time.
The amount of a settlement will depend on several factors, such as the severity of the injury, your permanent impairment rating, and how the injury occurred.
There is a two-year statute of limitations in Indiana for workers’ compensation claims. This date applies as of the date of the injury or the last date of paid compensation. Payment of medical expenses does not count and will not extend this date.
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