Workers Compensation in New Haven County, Connecticut

Workers' compensation proceedings and administrative matters for injured workers in New Haven County are handled through the applicable district or regional office of the state workers' compensation agency. Workers in the county who are injured on the job have the right to file a claim, receive medical treatment, and receive wage replacement benefits during their recovery. There are 2 Workers Compensation locations in New Haven County, Connecticut.

The workers' compensation process in New Haven County typically begins when the injured worker reports the injury to their employer and the employer notifies their insurance carrier. The carrier then accepts or denies the claim — if denied, the worker can appeal to the state agency for a formal hearing before an administrative law judge.

Injured workers in New Haven County who return to work with restrictions should be aware that temporary partial disability benefits may be available to supplement reduced wages during the recovery period. Contact the state workers' compensation agency to understand how returning to light-duty work affects your benefit entitlement.

You may also find Workers Compensation locations in neighboring counties including New Haven, Fairfield.