Due to the severe weather conditions anticipated to impact Bronx, Dutchess, Kings, Nassau, New York, Orange, Putnam, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester counties on Monday, 2/23/26, there will be no in-person hearings at Board locations in these counties.
Workers’ Compensation Coverage Spouse of Employer
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Is Workers' Compensation Coverage Required?
Workers' Compensation Coverage is required for spouses providing paid or unpaid services to a for-profit business as they are considered employees under the Workers' Compensation Law (regular owner/officer exclusions apply).
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