South Dakota
SDWorkers' Compensation Quick Reference
Report to Employer
As soon as possible
As soon as possible
File WC Claim
3 years
3 years from injury
TTD Benefit Rate
66.67% of AWW
66.67% of AWW
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,014
TTD cap
Waiting Period
7 days
Before benefits begin
Retroactive After
7 days
Waiting period paid back if disabled longer
Can You Sue Your Employer?
Exclusive remedy â cannot sue employer in most cases.
Even if you can't sue your employer, you may be able to sue a third party â equipment manufacturers, property owners, other contractors. Learn more about third-party claims â
Official WC Board
SD Department of Labor and Regulation
https://dlr.sd.gov/workers_compensation/ âFile complaints, check claim status, and access forms at the official state WC board website.
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