Workers’ Compensation fraud hurts both businesses and its employees. Fraud drives up Workers’ Compensation insurance costs and affects every employer across every industry. When Workers’ Compensation premiums rise, employers may be forced to cut back on employee benefits such as raises, health insurance, and even jobs.
The Kentucky Workers’ Compensation Fraud Poster is designed to help your employees become aware of Workers’ Compensation fraud, the consequences for fraudulently making or handling claims, and how to report Workers’ Compensation fraud. Informing individuals of prohibited conduct and the consequences of breaking the law can help deter fraud and encourage fraud reporting.
Under the Kentucky Revised Statues, it is illegal to knowingly file, or permit to be filed, any false or fraudulent claim to compensation. The consequences for committing Workers’ Compensation fraud includes imprisonment and significant fines.
Fraud may be reported to the Kentucky Department of Workers’ Claims.