Are there special things to consider if a company has employees under 17 or over 60?
Employees who are 16 or under need working papers. Under Rhode Island workers’ compensation law, an employer must pay triple damages for minors employed in violation of the law. There may be a need for specialized loss-prevention techniques for both groups. Job duties and safety programs may need to be specifically designed for these workers. If Social Security is being received by the claimant, the Social Security payments can be offset by our workers’ compensation payments. If Social Security benefits are being received because of retirement, workers’ compensation benefits can be withheld.
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