EXAMFX Workers Compensation and Disability Insurance 1

Question 1

Under workers compensation law, which of the following injuries is generally covered?

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Injury that arises out of and in the course of employment

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Injury sustained during a personal lunch break off premises

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Injury caused by the employee's intentional self-harm

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Injury sustained during a commute to work

Question 2

Which of the following best describes the 'exclusive remedy' doctrine in workers compensation?

Accepted Answer

Employees cannot sue their employer in civil court for work-related injuries covered by workers comp

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Employees may only file claims within 30 days of an injury

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Employers are the only party who can report a claim

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Only licensed physicians can determine if an injury is work-related

Question 3

Which benefit type under workers compensation covers the cost of medical treatment, surgery, and rehabilitation for a work-related injury?

Accepted Answer

Medical benefits

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Temporary total disability

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Death benefits

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Permanent partial disability

Question 4

A worker is injured and cannot perform any work while recovering. Which workers compensation benefit would apply?

Accepted Answer

Temporary total disability

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Permanent total disability

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Permanent partial disability

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Vocational rehabilitation

Question 5

An employee suffers a permanent injury that partially limits their ability to work. Which workers compensation benefit applies?

Accepted Answer

Permanent partial disability

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Temporary total disability

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Medical-only benefit

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Death benefit

Question 6

In a workers compensation policy, what does the experience modification factor (e-mod) reflect?

Accepted Answer

The employer's past loss history compared to similar businesses

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The number of employees on payroll

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The state's minimum wage requirements

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The insurance company's profit margin