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Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB)
The judicial unit that formally resolves workers' compensation disputes.
Transportation Expenses
A benefit to cover your out-of-pocket expenses for mileage, parking, and toll fees related to a claim, usually a reimbursement.
Temporary Patial Disability (TPD)
A wage replacement benefit that may be paid when you return to work but at less than full earnings. Sometimes referred to as Wage Loss.
Light Duty
Temporary change in job assignment to accommodate work restrictions while you are healing. May or may not pay at the same rate as your normal work assignment. Lost wages may be partially made up by Temporary Partial Disability (TPD) payments.
Workers' Compensation Administrative Law Judge
Judges at DWC district offices that conduct hearings, take evidence, issue decisions, and approve settlements.
Application for Adjudication of Claim (Application or App)
Filing this form establishes a case before the Workers' Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB). A WCAB case number will be assigned.
Uninsured Employers Fund (UEF)
If your employer is illegally uninsured, this fund may provide benefits to you.
Cumulative Trauma (CT)
An injury or illness that occurs over a period of time. For example, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Stipulation with Request for Award (Stip):
A settlement where the parties agree on the terms of an award. It may include any future medical treatment. Payment takes place over time.
Compromise and Release (C&R)
Generally, a final settlement of your workers' compensation case where the parties agree on a single lump sum payment. It usually settles all outstanding issues except for future vocational rehabilitation.
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