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What is the Workers’ Compensation Meaning?
Workmen’s compensation (WC) or workers’ comp policy that provides financial
protection to employees if they suffer injuries, disabilities or death due to workplace
accidents or occupational diseases. It is a legal requirement under the Employees’ Compensation
Act, 1923, which makes it mandatory for employers to compensate workers in such cases.
The WC policy ensures that medical expenses, loss of wages, or compensation
to dependents are covered, without employers having to bear the entire cost themselves. In
simple terms, it safeguards both employees’ well-being and employers’ legal liabilities.
Suppose an employee is unable to work for a while due to a workplace injury. In that case, the
workmen’s compensation policy (WC policy) ensures they still receive a portion of their regular
salary during their recovery.