§ 9–1008
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. § 9-1008 (2026)
Title 9. Workers' Compensation
Subtitle 10. Uninsured Employers
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(a)
This section does not apply to an award against the Subsequent Injury Fund.
(b)
The Commission shall impose an assessment of 10%, not exceeding $4,500, against compensation awarded or likely to be awarded against an insured or self-insured employer and not paid if the Commission determines that the compensation is not awarded or is abated because of:
(1)
death; or
(2)
lack of a covered employee or a dependent of a covered employee eligible for the compensation.
(c)
On expiration of the time period within which a claim may be filed under this title, the Commission shall assess the insurer or self-insured employer $4,500 if a covered employee dies:
(1)
due to an accidental personal injury or occupational disease; and
(2)
without any surviving dependent.
(d)
The Commission shall direct payment of an assessment under subsection (b) or (c) of this section into the Fund.