? Workers' compensation is your first line of defense if you are injured or become ill in the act of performing your work. Workers? comp provides income and medical benefits for most workers who are injured or made ill on the job.

? The labor movement has historically fought to protect and improve workers' compensation laws. This battle brings together workers (union and non-union) with advocates for people with disabilities to work for better safety and health laws, to prevent work-related injuries and illnesses and to ensure that those who suffer because of their jobs have adequate medical care and income.

??????????????? Click here for Council 4?s ?What To Do If You?re Hurt on the Job?

??????????????? Click here for the Connecticut Workers? Compensation Commission

Click here for the AFSCME Guide To Health and Safety

Click here for the AFL-CIO Safety & Health Toolbox