Wyoming Workers' Compensation Laws

For injuries occurring over time (like occupational diseases or repetitive stress), the claim must be filed within 1 year of the diagnosis being communicated to the employee, or within 3 years of the last injurious workplace exposure, whichever is later.

Report the injury to your employer within 72 hours of the incident. Written notice is strongly recommended.

Once notified, the employer must file a Report of Injury with the Workers' Compensation Division within 10 business days.

The injured worker must file a formal claim for benefits with the Workers' Compensation Division within 1 year of the injury or 1 year from the diagnosis of an occupational disease.

Wyoming operates an exclusive state-run workers' compensation system through the Workers' Compensation Division. Private insurers do not offer workers' compensation coverage. Employers must apply for coverage and receive a statement of coverage before commencing business.

Nearly all Wyoming employers must carry workers' compensation coverage. Some sole proprietors and partnerships may elect to cover themselves. Employers that elect coverage must file at least 30 days before the start of a calendar quarter.

TTD benefits are paid at two-thirds of pre-injury monthly wages (or 70% if receiving all medical care from Wyoming providers), subject to a maximum of the statewide average monthly wage. Benefits continue while totally disabled, up to 24 months.

Injured workers may select their own treating physician. The Workers' Compensation Division pays for reasonable and necessary medical treatment related to the work injury.

Employers may not discharge, threaten, or otherwise discriminate against an employee for filing or intending to file a workers' compensation claim.