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Form C-265 (BWC-1397) Presumption of Causation for Firefighter Cancer - Ohio
What Is Form C-265 (BWC-1397)?
This is a legal form that was released by the Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation - a government authority operating within Ohio. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is Form C-265 (BWC-1397)?
A: Form C-265 (BWC-1397) is a form used in Ohio for the presumption of causation for firefighter cancer.
Q: What is the presumption of causation for firefighter cancer?
A: The presumption of causation for firefighter cancer is a legal concept that assumes certain cancers in firefighters are caused by their job.
Q: Who can use Form C-265 (BWC-1397)?
A: Form C-265 (BWC-1397) can be used by firefighters in Ohio.
Q: What does Form C-265 (BWC-1397) do?
A: Form C-265 (BWC-1397) allows firefighters to request workers' compensation benefits for cancer that is presumed to be caused by their job.
Q: What types of cancer are covered by the presumption of causation?
A: Specific types of cancer like lung, brain, prostate, and leukemia are covered by the presumption of causation.
Q: Are all types of cancer covered by the presumption of causation?
A: No, only specific types of cancer are covered by the presumption of causation for firefighter cancer in Ohio.
Q: How can firefighters apply for workers' compensation benefits using Form C-265 (BWC-1397)?
A: Firefighters can complete Form C-265 (BWC-1397) and submit it to the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation to apply for workers' compensation benefits.
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