what happens to the Workers Compensation system?

[onethatcares]

Under the Affordable healthcare act?

Will it cause premiums to decline and injured workers only be paid for time off due to job related injuries?

I haven't heard anything about that.

[SickOfTheOnePct]

1. It shouldn't change anything

If someone is hurt on the job, then the employer (via Workman's Comp) should pay for the healthcare, not the employee.

[Motown_Johnny]

2. I don't think there is any change.

Maybe it will help reduce costs and premiums but I haven't heard anything about that either.

I suppose if we can show that it will help save employers money by cutting these costs it would make for a pretty good talking point.

[JustAnotherGen]

3. I hope not

If you provide crappy scaffolding and your employee breaks a leg when it falls - that's your insurance and your copayment - not theirs.

[SickOfTheOnePct]

4. Agree 100% n/t

[kestrel91316]

5. Has nothing whatsoever to do with Workmen's Comp.

[WillowTree]

6. WorkERS Comp.

It hasn't been referred to as "Workmen's" for 20 years or more.