Nevada Workers Compensation Benefits

Complete guide to workers comp benefits, filing deadlines, and rules in Nevada (NV).

Max Weekly Benefit

$1,085

Benefit Duration

No statutory limit for temporary total

Waiting Period

5 days (retroactive after 20 days)

Filing Deadline

90 days to report; 2 years to file claim

Average Settlement

$18,000 – $50,000

State Fund Available

No

Key Facts About Nevada Workers Comp

  • •All employers must carry workers comp coverage
  • •Benefits are 66⅔% of average monthly wage
  • •Nevada eliminated its state fund in 1999 — private insurers only
  • •Workers can choose their treating physician

Common Industries in Nevada

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

HospitalityConstructionMiningEntertainmentHealthcare

How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Nevada

  1. Report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. Nevada 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 Nevada's workers compensation board before the deadline: 90 days to report; 2 years to file claim.
  4. Follow your treatment plan and keep records of all medical visits, expenses, and time missed from work.

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