Workers Compensation implications of COVID in Ohio, Kentucky, & Indiana

This presentation focused on the Workers Compensation implications and possible exposure for businesses in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana based upon employees’ contraction of COVID.

Discussion topics:

• The applicable Workers Compensation rules and principles in the current environment of COVID.
• Are companies liable for Workers Compensation benefits when an employee contracts COVID at work or elsewhere?
• What must the employee show or prove to recover benefits?
• What defenses may be available to an employer?
• What legislative changes have been made/are on the horizon based upon the current Pandemic?
• What steps should employers take in advance to minimize liability?
• COVID related impact on indemnity benefits

If you would like to receive a copy of the presentation recording, please reach out to a member of Reminger's Workers' Compensation Practice Group.