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1. Are there special things to consider if a company has employees under 17 or over 60?
Employees who are 16 or under need working papers. Under Rhode Island workers' compensation law, an employer must pay triple damages for minors employed in violation of the law.
There may be a need for specialized loss-prevention techniques for bot
2. When should I expect to receive my first check?
Our goal is to pay accepted claims within 7 to 10 days of notification of a work related injury.
3. Do I need to continue paying private health coverage?
Yes. You are required to continue paying private health coverage for two years from the time the employee begins to receive workers' compensation. The employee is required to continue to maintain their weekly contribution amount. Your company is not re
4. What is the 'exclusive remedy doctrine' in the WC law.
The exclusive remedy doctrine generally provides that an injured worker is only entitled to statutory workers compensation benefits from his or her employer in the event of a work related injury. It vitiates any tort action.
5. Where can I find the Medical Advisory Board (MAB) forms and the filing procedure?
"Contact The Beacon for latest safety information."