Iowa. With the shortest waiting period (three days) before a claim can be filed and the highest maximum weekly payment of $1,628, Iowa tops the list of best states for workers’ comp.
Alaska. With 80% wage replacement, the highest in the United States, and a high weekly maximum payment of more than $1,200 for new claims in 2016, Alaska is a worker-friendly state.
Wisconsin. Both temporary and permanent disability benefits in Wisconsin are available for 1,000 weeks, which is more than six times the length allowed in Massachusetts.