How do I contact L&I in Washington State?
Frequently Called Numbers
| Task | Phone Number |
|---|---|
| L&I switchboard | 360-902-5800 |
| Office of Internal Audit | 360-902-9117 |
| Prevailing wage | 1-855-545-8163 |
| Provider hotline | 1-800-848-0811 |
Is Washington L&I workers comp?
Today, L&I is one of four states that administers its own workers’ compensation benefits, either through a public State Fund (covering 2/3 of WA workers) or through self-insured employers (covering 1/3 of WA workers).
How do I get workers comp in Washington state?
In Washington, you typically will obtain workers’ compensation insurance through an insurance pool called the Washington State Fund. You apply for coverage by filing a business license application with the Washington Department of Revenue.
What is Department of Labor and Industries?
L&I is a diverse state agency dedicated to the safety, health, and security of Washington’s 3.3 million workers. We help employers meet safety and health standards, and we inspect workplaces when alerted to hazards.
How do I get a L&I number?
Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) Account ID
- You can find your L&I Account ID online.
- If you’re unsure, contact the agency at (360) 902-4817.
Is L&I taxable income?
Time-loss payments are intended to compensate an individual for an inability to work due to an injury on the job. This is not earned income and is not taxable because the IRS considers these disability payments.
Is workers comp the same as L&I?
Workers’ compensation insurance protects both employers and their employees from the financial impact of work-related injury or occupational disease. L&I manages claims and benefits out of an insurance pool called the Washington State Fund, which is financed by premiums paid by employers and employees.
How do I get my L&I?
L&I strives to make filing a claim as easy as possible, and you have options:
- Online via our FileFast tool.
- By phone: 1-877-561-FILE (3453)
- At your doctor’s office (if you complete the Report of Accident at your doctor’s office, the doctor files the form for you)
Who pays L&I in Washington State?
Employers
Employers purchase coverage through the Department of Labor & Industries (L&I). L&I manages all claims and pays benefits out of an insurance pool called the Washington State Fund. The fund is financed by premiums paid by employers and employees, not by general revenue taxes.
Where is the US Department of Labor located?
Washington, D.C.
United States Department of Labor
| The Frances Perkins Building, which serves as the headquarters of the U.S. Department of Labor | |
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | March 4, 1913 |
| Headquarters | Frances Perkins Building 200 Constitution Avenue NW Washington, D.C., U.S. 38°53′33.13″N 77°0′51.94″WCoordinates: 38°53′33.13″N 77°0′51.94″W |