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Workers Compensation Information


Every year thousands of 1199 members have work-related injuries, many of them serious and disabling.

Because these are work related injuries, you are entitled to benefits under the Connecticut Workers’ Compensation Act and other related laws.

These Pamphlets (links below) are designed to give you the information you need to receive the appropriate benefits if you are injured on the job.

State Employees

Private Sector (nursing homes, hospitals, community programs)

The 1199 Workers’ Compensation Team

1199 takes workers’ compensation very seriously because healthcare is one of the most hazardous occupations in the State. Over one thousand members are injured on the job annually, and the Union stands ready to assist and represent all injured members, including appearances at Informal, Pre-formal and Formal Hearings before the Workers’ Compensation Commission. Last year the Union represented injured members at over 300 hearings in all 8 WCC Districts.