Workers' Compensation
Encova Insurance,
formerly Brickstreet Mutual Insur
a
nce Company,
manages Workers’ Compensation Insurance for West Virginia University (WVU), WVU Research
Corporation (WVURC)
and WVU Innovation Corporation (WVUIC). WVU, WVURC, and WVUIC employees who
sustain job related injuries may be covered by Workers’ Compensation Insurance
for wage and/or health care needs. Timely and efficient completion of claims is
necessary in order for WVU to assist qualified employees with receipt
of their entitled Workers’ Compensation benefits. The following are important criteria
for employees to remember:
If a work site injury occurs, employees should immediately notify the supervisor
of their injury and complete the
WVU Employee Injury/Incident Report. All forms should be submitted within
24 hours.
For employees that seek medical treatment and would like to file a Workers’ Compensation
claim, additional information can be found in the
Workers' Compensation Packet. A claim must be filed no later than six months
from the date the injury occurs. WVU encourages employees to seek prompt
treatment for the best medical outcomes.
A
Medical Verification Form must be completed if the employee is absent
from work for more than five (5) consecutive days.
Certificate of Coverage
International Work-Related Travel
All faculty and staff who are traveling for a university related purpose, must register their travel at: Travel Registration This site will provide pertinent information regarding travel procedures and insurance coverage.
International Work-Related Travel
All faculty and staff who are traveling for a university related purpose, must register their travel at: Travel Registration This site will provide pertinent information regarding travel procedures and insurance coverage.