In the event of a work-related accident or injury follow the steps below:
The Workers' Compensation Packet (PDF) contains detailed information, including rights and responsibilities involving the claim process, along with the required forms to be completed by the employee, supervisor, witness(es) and physician, as soon as possible. For an accessible version of the PDF packet, please contact humanresources@niu.edu.
It is recommended that employees remain within the parameters of their own insurance in the event the claim is deemed non-compensable.
Pursuant to Public Act 97-895, the administration of the State Employee Workers' Compensation Program conducted a competitive procurement, resulting in a new third-party administrator. As of 2/1/2023, Gallagher Bassett is the current administrator.