Each state has its own workers compensation appeals board (WCAB), and each state’s WCAB is different. Generally speaking, however, a WCAB is a judicial body, and it has members who are tasked with hearing challenges to workers compensation denials. The members of a WCAB are typically appointed by the state’s governor and confirmed by the state’s legislature. A WCAB may also have other staff members who handle scheduling, filings, and other matters.