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Claim resources

Claim resource guide

We are frequently asked about the presumptive illness language, such as, "does my illness qualify for workers' compensation or when do I and how I 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, refer them to 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

tammy.sadler@leoff.wa.gov

Office of the Ombuds

Advocates for the rights of injured workers

of self-insured employers

Ciara High

Operations and Outreach Supervisor

253-596-3938

Ciara.High@lni.wa.gov

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

Hanford Workers Presumptive Illness 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.”	James Zadroga Act 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).	Presumptive Language Summary Presumptions of Occupational Diseases for Firefighters RCW 51.32.185 Who is covered? Firefighters meeting the following criteria – RCW 41.26.
Washington State Occupational Mortality Rate database The Washington State Occupational Mortality Database has been developed to track worker mortality and cause of death. This can be used as a resource when developing materials for training or statistical data pertaining to incidents.	Ombuds Presentation Ombuds: Member Support & Advocacy ~ Presentation by Tammy Sadler at the annual meeting in Ellensgerg, Nov 2023 Ombuds General_Full_2023.pptx	Why report your injuries and exposures . Meyers 4-22-2015 - WSCFF - Vancouver.pptx

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