In addition to physical injuries, what else can workers' compensation cover?

Workers' compensation is designed to provide benefits to employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. In many jurisdictions, this coverage has expanded beyond just physical injuries to include psychological impacts related to work. Therefore, job-related stress and mental health issues are indeed covered under workers' compensation, provided they can be linked to the workplace environment and conditions.

This expansion recognizes the significant impact that workplace stress and mental health challenges can have on an employee's ability to perform their job. Conditions such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder that arise from workplace incidents or sustained stress can qualify for compensation, making the system more comprehensive and responsive to the needs of employees.

Other choices are more limited in scope. Long-term disability due to chronic illness is generally not covered unless it can be established that the chronic illness is directly linked to job-related activities. Options that mention specific boundaries of incidents, such as accidents related to machinery or commuting injuries, typically do not encompass the broader aspects of mental health under the workers' compensation umbrella.