What happens if an employer does not offer workers’ compensation?

All employers in Kentucky must have workers’ compensation insurance. If for some reason, an employer does not offer workers’ compensation, they face fines of $1,000 per day per employee.

Other Workers’ Compensation FAQs:

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• Can I get workers’ compensation benefits from an employer that does not have workers’ compensation insurance?
• Do Kentucky employers have to offer workers’ compensation to an injured employee?
• Does my employer have workers’ compensation? Does every company have to have it?
• How do I get on-the-job after my accident?
• I am going to be off work for at least two months. How much workers’ compensation will I get?
• I had a minor accident at work. Do I have to report it to my employer?
• Is there any segment of the working population that is not covered by the Kentucky workers’ compensation law?
• What happens if an employer does not offer workers’ compensation?
• What happens if the workers’ compensation carrier is inconsistent and does not pay my benefits on time?
• What injuries are covered by the Kentucky workers’ compensation law?
• What medical costs does workers’ compensation cover?
• Who is covered by Kentucky’s workers’ compensation?