New law in Connecticut enhances workers’ comp for victims of assault

Connecticut's new law provides 100% wage replacement and additional compensation to teachers, healthcare workers, and related employees who cannot work due to on-the-job assaults. The legislation expands workers' compensation protections for vulnerable workers facing workplace violence.

Hartford, CT — Teachers, health care providers and related employees in Connecticut who can’t work because of an on-the-job assault are now eligible to receive 100% of their average weekly earnings, plus other compensation, under a new state law. Public Act 26-12, signed by Gov. Ned Lamont (D),…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.