The Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA) replaces the Workmen's Compensation Act from 1 April 2008. It provides a simple, low-cost and no-fault system that benefits both employees and employers. Unlike the Workmen's Compensation Act which covers only manual workers and non-manual workers earning $1,600 per month or less, WICA covers all employees whether they are manual or non-manual workers and regardless of their level of earnings. Employees can receive compensation quickly without having to prove fault, and employers' liability can be capped. Compensation also includes medical expenses and medical leave wages.

All members are encouraged to attend this workshop to acquire a good understanding of the various provisions of the Work Injury Compensation Act.

Programme Outline

Purpose of WICA Coverage under WICA Employees Obligation Pursuant To WICA Employers Obligations under the WICA Limits/Maximum amount that can be claimed under WICA Procedure for Filing a Claim under WICA Insurance and the Common Law Case Studies

Programme is accurate at the time of print.

Workshop Leader
Mr David Shanmugam is an Advocate & Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Singapore and has many years of legal experience in the private sector.

He has conducted legal training for the corporate sector on the various practical legal issues faced by the corporate field. His forte is in the field of corporate and commercial drafting of contracts, including company matters.