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Which benefits are NOT available under workers' compensation?

  1. Medical benefits

  2. Pain and suffering benefits

  3. Permanent disability benefits

  4. Temporary disability benefits

The correct answer is: Medical benefits

Medical benefits are essential components of workers' compensation. They cover necessary medical treatment related to work-related injuries, ensuring that injured employees receive the care they need to recover and return to work. On the other hand, pain and suffering benefits are not part of the workers' compensation system. Workers' compensation is designed to provide specific types of benefits directly related to the economic impact of an injury, rather than compensating for emotional distress or pain and suffering. This distinction is crucial, as the system aims to provide a no-fault approach to workplace injuries, focusing on medical and wage-loss benefits. Permanent disability benefits and temporary disability benefits do fall under the workers' compensation umbrella, providing compensation for employees who are unable to work either temporarily or permanently due to job-related injuries. Understanding the limitations of what workers' compensation covers helps clarify the types of support and benefits available to injured workers, highlighting the absence of pain and suffering compensation in this context.