If you disagree with the Review Committee's decision, a second and final level of appeal is available through the Appeals Tribunal, a third party organization not affiliated with WSCC.
To appeal a Review Committee decision, complete an Appeals Application Form and send it to the Appeals Tribunal Registrar:
If there is a decision on a claim, assessment, penalty, or worker's status that you do not agree with, you have the right to appeal.
Before starting the process, your first step is to discuss the issue with the person who made the decision. Often, you can resolve the dispute by communicating with the decision maker. You can settle many disagreements at this stage.
If you still disagree with the decision, there are two levels of appeal available:
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If you disagree with the Review Committee's decision, a second and final level of appeal is available through the Appeals Tribunal, a third party organization not affiliated with WSCC.
To appeal a Review Committee decision, complete an Appeals Application Form and send it to the Appeals Tribunal Registrar:
If there is a decision on your claim that you do not agree with, you should first talk to the person who made the decision. It is possible that information may have been missed. Some disagreements can be settled in this stage.
If you still disagree with the decision, there are two levels of appeal available to you.
If we deny your claim and you disagree with our decision, you can request a review of this decision. Learn more about the review process.
