The Workers' Compensation Program processes claims and monitors the payment of benefits to injured private-sector employees in the District of Columbia. Disputes between claimants and employers (or …

The goal of the Public Sector Workers' Compensation Program is to respond to District government employee workplace injuries with the best, most appropriate medical care at a reasonable cost, and …

Ask your employer or supervisor. The name and address of your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company should be posted in a visible area at your workplace.

Any party disagreeing with the decision of the Informal Conference and Formal Hearing may seek further review at the Compensation Review Board. The CRB reviews cases based on the record and …

Workers Compensation is designed to help and protect employees who suffer a work-related injury or illness. However, the District of Columbia Government, and ultimately all employees, can be affected …

Time for filing claims. § 32–1515. Payment of compensation. § 32–1516. Invalid agreements. § 32–1517. Assignment of compensation; exemption from claims of creditors. § 32–1518. …

Discover how workers' compensation works in Washington DC, including benefits, eligibility, and claims processes. Read the full guide to stay informed.

Workers’ compensation insurers and self-insured employers’ programs in the District of Columbia are overseen by the Office of Workers’ Compensation (OWC) in the Labor Standards Bureau of the …

Dec 23, 2025 · Workers’ compensation insurance is mandatory for almost all employers in Washington, D.C. Use this guide to learn how to protect your company with a policy.

District employees can use the ERisk system to file a Workers’ Compensation Claim, report damage to District property, and report safety and health concerns including unsafe working conditions.