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Claim resource guide

We are frequently asked about the presumptive illness language, such as, "does my illness qualify for workers' compensation," or when and how to file a claim. The information on this page will attempt to provide information on each topic as well as links to important pages to assist in guiding the answers. When in doubt, contact the Department of Retirement Systems Ombuds for questions related to pension or disability, the Labor and Industries Ombuds for questions related to occupational illness claims.

For questions relating to time-off, light duty, or other employment related questions, refer to their Union President or Human Resource Officer.

LEOFF Plan 2 Benefits Ombudsman

Individual disability and survivor consultation
to LEOFF 2 members and their dependents
Tammy Sadler
Lead Benefits Ombudsman
360.586.2324

Office of the Ombuds

Advocates for the rights of injured workers
of self-insured employers
Ciara High
Operations and Outreach Supervisor
253-596-3938

 
Workers Compensation Benefits

If you are injured on the job in Washington, you are insured by the Washington State Fund, unless you are employer by a self-insured. This guide summarizes what happens when you file a claim and how you can make the process work smoothly for you
 
Presumptive Illness Summary and FAQ's

RCW 51.32.185 Presumptive Law - Frequently Asked Questions
 
Presumptions of Occupational Diseases for Firefighters and Fire Investigators

Download the Presumptive Illness Article RCW 51.32.185
 
Guide for Workers Compensation Benefits for Self-Insured

An injured worker is entitled to no-fault accident and disability coverage whether covered by L&I’s Washington State Fund or a self-insured employer. This brochure describes workers benefits for self-insured employers
 
How long do I have to file a claim?

RCW 51.28.055 Claims for occupational disease or infection must be filed within 2-years. Specific details are found in the RCW and for more details, contact DRS or LnI Ombuds
In 2018, the state Legislature passed House Bill 1723 which gave Hanford workers with certain illnesses the presumption that they got sick at work from exposure to toxins such as heavy metals, chemical vapors and radioactive isotopes. This is a similar presumption given to Washington state firefighters who routinely come into contact with hazards such as smoke and dangerous chemicals associated with building and car fires. An “updated and enhanced” law passed by the state Legislature during the 2022 session ensures that workers at radioactive waste sites like Hanford still receive compensation benefits for health issues they have faced because of their work.”
Title I of the Zadroga Act amended the Public Health Service Act to establish the World Trade Center (WTC) Health Program within the Department of Health and Human Services to provide medical monitoring and treatment benefits to eligible firefighters and related personnel, law enforcement officers, and rescue, recovery, and cleanup workers who responded to the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks in New York City, at the Pentagon, and in Shanksville, Pennsylvania (responders). Title I of the Zadroga Act also established benefits for eligible persons who were present in the dust or dust cloud on September 11, 2001 or who worked, resided, or attended school, childcare, or adult daycare in the New York City Disaster Area (survivors).
Presumptions of Occupational Diseases for Firefighters RCW 51.32.185 Who is covered? Firefighters meeting the following criteria – RCW 41.26.



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