Workers’ Compensation In South Carolina
Workers’ compensation laws are designed to provide a satisfactory means of handling occupational disabilities. A 20th century development in North America, workers’ compensation laws evolved as the economy became more industrial and less agricultural.
Executive Director
Gary M. Cannon was appointed Executive Director of the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission in March 2009. Mr. Cannon is responsible for the administration and operation of the four functional departments; Judicial, Claims, Insurance and Medical Services and Information Technology. The Executive Director’s Office includes the Office of the General Counsel, Human Resources, Financial Administration and Procurement.
Contact Information
Gary M. Cannon
Executive Director
gcannon@wcc.sc.gov
803-737-5744
Amy Proveaux
Assistant to the Executive Director
Aproveaux@wcc.sc.gov
803-737-5744
Learn more about the History of Workers’ Compensation in South Carolina. (PDF)