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Workers' Comp

Workers' Compensation

Agency: NYS Workers' Compensation Board

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In short

Medical care and wage replacement (2/3 of wages up to ~$1,222/week, July 2025-June 2026, unverified) for work injuries/illnesses. Employees (incl. undocumented and many domestic workers) injured on the job.

What you get
Medical care and wage replacement (2/3 of wages up to ~$1,222/week, July 2025-June 2026, unverified) for work injuries/illnesses.
Who qualifies
Employees (incl. undocumented and many domestic workers) injured on the job.
Income limit (2026)
none
Papers to gather
C-3 form, medical records, wage info.
Renewal
Ongoing during claim.

Some details here could not be confirmed yet. We check every rule with the agency before you apply.

Official page: wcb.ny.gov