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Nevada Workers' Compensation Laws<\/h1>\n
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Nevada is known for its relatively friendly business regulations, causing some companies to flock to the Silver State. While this is good news for the state’s economy, workers here are just as susceptible to on-the-job injuries as those in other states. Therefore, the state requires employers to purchase workers’ compensation insurance<\/a>, which covers work-related injuries and illnesses regardless of fault.<\/p>\r\n

So, whether you broke an ankle during your Vegas dance routine, or lost a finger repairing slot machines, you’ll need to understand the process for pursuing workers’ compensation in Nevada if you’ve been injured or fallen ill because of your job.<\/p>\r\n

The table below outlines key aspects of the workers’ compensation laws in Nevada, including important timelines and some types of benefits.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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