In order to ensure and verify that the rights of the injured worker and the employer are properly addressed, the South Carolina Workers' Compensation Act requires that certain forms/documentation be filed with the Commission. When such forms/documentation is not filed in accordance with the Act, the Act stipulates that a fine or fines be assessed (R67-1401). If an injured worker or the employer (or the representative of the injured worker or employer) believes that a fine has been improperly assessed, they may appeal the assessment to the Commission by emailing such appeal to one of the addresses below, provided such appeal is made within 30 days of notice of the fine.

When filing an appeal, please indicate the WCC# and the related Form number (or document type; ex: "denial letter") in the subject line, if applicable. Please include a short narrative in the body of the email describing the nature of the appeal and the reasons the appellant believes the fine should be rescinded. Attach a copy of the fine letter received and any supporting documentation the appellant wishes to provide.

The Commission is generally able to render a decision concerning a fine appeal within five (5) business days.

Fine amounts effective April 1, 2009.