Set my mind at rest by answering a silly question :P

[thejoz 0]

A claim for Worker's Compensation wouldn't be considered becoming a "public charge" in any way, would it?

We're talking a one-time, very minor injury here which was fixed up by the doctor within that same day. No lost earnings, no disability payments, nothing ongoing or longterm.

I've read a few things that suggests that worker's comp is perfectly fine for an LPR to get, and some literature that doesn't mention it at all... so please, if someone could clear this up for me, I'd appreciate it.

[Speedytax 3]

A claim for Worker's Compensation wouldn't be considered becoming a "public charge" in any way, would it?

We're talking a one-time, very minor injury here which was fixed up by the doctor within that same day. No lost earnings, no disability payments, nothing ongoing or longterm.

I've read a few things that suggests that worker's comp is perfectly fine for an LPR to get, and some literature that doesn't mention it at all... so please, if someone could clear this up for me, I'd appreciate it.

No, Workers Comp is not a "public Charge" or Welfare. Workmans compensation is an insurance policy paid for by your employer, in case his workers are hurt on the job.It is paid by an Insurance Company, not General Funds from the State or Federal Government.The same applies for Unemployment Insurance. It is a benefit derived from working and is not considered welfare.Hope this helps ease your mind. Bill, Speedy tax Services

[thejoz 0]

Awesome. See, I pretty much knew that... I just wanted someone else to tell me as well; know what I mean?

Thank you.