North Dakota
NDState Fund OnlyWorkers' Compensation Quick Reference
State Monopoly Fund
North Dakota has a state-operated WC insurance fund. Employers must buy WC insurance from the state — not private insurers. All claims go through ND Workforce Safety & Insurance.
Report to Employer
As soon as possible
As soon as possible
File WC Claim
1 year
1 year from injury
TTD Benefit Rate
66.67% of AWW
66.67% of AWW
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,310
TTD cap
Waiting Period
5 days
Before benefits begin
Retroactive After
5 days
Waiting period paid back if disabled longer
Can You Sue Your Employer?
State monopoly fund. Exclusive remedy — cannot sue employer.
Even if you can't sue your employer, you may be able to sue a third party — equipment manufacturers, property owners, other contractors. Learn more about third-party claims →
Official WC Board
ND Workforce Safety & Insurance
https://www.workforcesafety.com/ →File complaints, check claim status, and access forms at the official state WC board website.
Calculate Your North Dakota Benefits
Benefits Calculator →
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How many days do you have left to report your injury in North Dakota?
AWW Calculator →
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Impairment Rating Value →
What does your impairment rating mean in dollars?
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