California · Labor Code

LAB §3207: “Compensation” means compensation under this division and includes every benefit or payment conferred by this division upon an injured employee, or in the event of his or her death, upon his or her de

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This statute defines 'compensation' as benefits or payments provided under workers' compensation law to injured employees or their beneficiaries upon death.

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“Compensation” means compensation under this division and includes every benefit or payment conferred by this division upon an injured employee, or in the event of his or her death, upon his or her dependents, without regard to negligence.

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