Workers' Compensation benefits are typically provided to employees who:

Workers' Compensation benefits are designed to support employees who suffer from injuries that occur during the course of their employment. This typically includes accidental injuries sustained while performing job-related duties. When a worker is injured while actively engaged in work tasks, they may be entitled to various benefits, including medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and wage replacement.

The focus of Workers' Compensation is on providing assistance for injuries that arise out of work activities; thus, accidental injuries that happen during work hours or on work premises directly connect to the employer’s responsibility. The system is structured to ensure that employees receive the necessary care and compensation without needing to prove fault, which emphasizes the no-fault nature of Workers' Compensation.

In contrast, injuries that are a result of workplace negligence may lead to legal claims outside of Workers' Compensation, chronic conditions not related to work are not typically covered, and injuries sustained during commuting are generally excluded from coverage under most state Workers' Compensation laws.