How long am I eligible to make a claim for Workers Compensation benefits, in instances of either a traumatic injury or occupational disease?
There is a Statute of Limitations for filing a claim. In general, aAn injured employee has 12 years from the date injured in order to file a claim for benefits. In instances where an injured employee has received workers compensation benefits following the injury, the Statute of Limitations is extended up to 12 years from the date the last payment is received by the employee. ** PLEASE NOTE: There are exceptions to the Statute in limited situations. If you have been injured on the job, and it has been more than 12 years from your injury or last payment, please contact us about a potential claim against the State Fund.
