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Work Injury
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What does the law say (plain)?
التبليغ عن إصابة العمل — Article 87
Article 87 obliges the employer to transport an injured worker to hospital, notify security authorities, and report to the Ministry within 48 hours, bearing transport costs. Violation is punishable by 100–500 JOD per breach, doubled for recurrence.
Source: Labour Law No. 8 of 1996 (Consolidated 2023/2026)https://mol.gov.jo
Last verified: 9/2/2026 — Version: Labour Law 8/1996 consolidated 2023/2026 — Last verified 2026-09-02
تعويض إصابات العمل — Article 90
Article 90 fixes compensation: 1200 days' wage (2,000–5,000 JOD) for death/total disability; 75% daily wage during treatment (65% if at approved centre); proportional compensation for partial permanent disability per Schedule 2; capped at total disability amount for multiple injuries.
Source: Labour Law No. 8 of 1996 (Consolidated 2023/2026)https://mol.gov.jo
Last verified: 9/2/2026 — Version: Labour Law 8/1996 consolidated 2023/2026 — Last verified 2026-09-02
