Massachusetts Workers Compensation Benefits

Complete guide to workers comp benefits, filing deadlines, and rules in Massachusetts (MA).

Max Weekly Benefit

$1,796

Benefit Duration

Up to 156 weeks (temporary total), then partial

Waiting Period

5 days (retroactive after 21 days)

Filing Deadline

4 years from date of injury

Average Settlement

$25,000 – $65,000

State Fund Available

No

Key Facts About Massachusetts Workers Comp

  • •All employers must carry workers comp insurance
  • •Benefits are 60% of average weekly wage
  • •Massachusetts has a longer filing deadline than most states
  • •Lump-sum settlement agreements must be approved by a judge

Common Industries in Massachusetts

Workers in these Massachusetts industries file the most workers compensation claims:

HealthcareEducationTechnologyFinanceManufacturing

How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Massachusetts

  1. Report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. Massachusetts requires prompt written notice.
  2. Seek medical treatment from an authorized provider. Your employer or their insurer may have specific physician requirements.
  3. File your claim with Massachusetts's workers compensation board before the deadline: 4 years from date of injury.
  4. Follow your treatment plan and keep records of all medical visits, expenses, and time missed from work.

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