The Employees Compensation Act, 1923
The Employees Compensation Act provides for the payment of compensation by employers to their employees or their dependents in the case of injury or death caused by an accident arising out of and in the course of employment.
Summary
The Employees Compensation Act, 1923 is an Indian law that aims to provide compensation to employees or their dependents in case of injury, disability, or death caused by an accident that arises out of and in the course of employment. The act covers all employees who are working under a contract of service or apprenticeship, whether the contract is express or implied, oral or written. The compensation provided under this act includes medical expenses, compensation for disability, and compensation for death. The act also provides for the establishment of Employees' Compensation Commissioners who have the authority to determine the amount of compensation payable to the employees or their dependents.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 2: Definitions | Open |
| 2 | Section 3: Employer'S Liability For Compensation | Open |
| 3 | Section 4: Amount Of Compensation | Open |
| 4 | Section 4A: Compensation To Be Paid When Due And Penalty For Default | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Method Of Calculating Wages | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Review | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Commutation Of Half-Monthly Payments | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Distribution Of Compensation | Open |
| 9 | Section 10: Notice And Claim | Open |
| 10 | Section 10A: Power To Require From Employers Statements Regarding Fatal Accidents | Open |
| 11 | Section 10B: Reports Of Fatal Accidents And Serious Bodily Injuries | Open |
| 12 | Section 11: Medical Examination | Open |
| 13 | Section 12: Contracting | Open |
| 14 | Section 14: Insolvency Of Employer | Open |
| 15 | Section 14A: Compensation To Be First Charge On Assets Transferred By Employer | Open |