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WCB Holding Webinars on Employer Responsibilities for Workers' Compensation

Jun 23, 2025

Per the notice below, the New York State Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) is holding a series of free Webinars for employers on their responsibilities under the Workers' Compensation program.

New dates added: Advocate Webinars

The Board is pleased to continue its Webinar series for businesses!  On the dates listed below, the Board’s Advocate for Business will present Webinars on the basics of the workers’ compensation system for employers.  The sessions are free and there will be time at the end for questions.

Protecting Yourself and Your Team: Coverage Essentials for Businesses

Reviews the basics of the workers’ compensation system; how and when to report an injury or illness; considerations when hiring independent contractors, laborers, and domestic workers; lowering premiums; penalties and where to go for assistance with them.

Register here

Thursday, July 24, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.

More information and contacts

Visit the Advocate for Business section of the Board’s website for additional resources.

Contact the Office of the Advocate for Business: Call (518) 486-3311 or e-mail advocatebusiness@wcb.ny.gov.

Having trouble?

If you are having trouble registering for or attending any of these Webinars, check out these Webinar FAQs.

CMS-1500 mandatory electronic submission takes effect August 1, 2025.  Learn more.

Questions?
Email Us or call Customer Service at (877) 632-4996.