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In a move to better protect and support injured workers in Alaska, the state's Workers Compensation Program has announced several key changes effective November 1, 2025. These changes aim to improve the benefits and services available to workers who have been injured on the job.One of the major updates to the program is an increase in the maximum weekly benefits for injured workers. As of November 1st, the maximum weekly benefit will be raised to $1,500, up from the previous limit of $1,200. This adjustment is intended to provide workers with more financial support during their recovery period and help ensure they can meet their basic needs while unable to work.Additionally, the Workers Compensation Program has implemented a new expedited claims process for certain types of injuries. Workers who have sustained injuries that are considered minor or non-controversial can now receive their benefits more quickly through this streamlined process. This change is designed to simplify the claims process and reduce the administrative burden on both workers and employers.Another key update to the program is the expansion of rehabilitation services available to injured workers. Workers who require physical therapy, occupational therapy, or other forms of rehabilitation can now access these services more easily through the Workers Compensation Program. This expansion is aimed at helping injured workers recover more quickly and effectively so they can return to work as soon as possible.Overall, these changes to the Alaska Workers Compensation Program reflect a commitment to improving the support and benefits available to injured workers in the state. By increasing the maximum weekly benefit, streamlining the claims process, and expanding rehabilitation services, the program aims to provide injured workers with the resources they need to recover and return to work successfully.