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Alabama Workers' Compensation
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Who Must Carry Coverage
Employers with five or more employees (full-time or part-time) are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance.
Employers in the construction industry must carry coverage regardless of the number of employees.
No-Fault System
Alabama workers’ compensation is a no-fault system, meaning injured employees may receive benefits regardless of who caused the injury.
Reporting an Injury & Time Limits
A work-related injury must be reported to the employer within five days of the incident.
The general statute of limitations to file a formal claim is two years from the date of injury.
Income & Medical Benefits
Payment for necessary medical treatment.
Partial wage replacement, typically 66 2/3% of the average weekly wage.
Compensation for permanent impairment, if applicable.
Temporary total disability benefits are limited to a maximum of 300 weeks.
Protection From Retaliation
An injured employee cannot be terminated solely for filing a workers’ compensation claim.
Choice of Treating Physician
The employer or insurance carrier generally selects the authorized treating physician.
An employee may request a change of physician under certain circumstances, subject to approval.
Independent Medical Examination (IME)
Either party may request an Independent Medical Examination (IME) if there is a dispute regarding the employee’s medical condition.
Contact Doctors’ Council if you would like assistance with requesting an IME or changing doctors.