How much do employees receive from Workers' Compensation insurance if they are hurt on the job? Group of answer choices Employers determine now much compensation workers get based on the type of policy that they purchase. Workers' Compensation only pays for medical bills and time off work that are directly caused by the workplace injury. It depends on the state; most states have dollar amounts fixed in law for permanent injuries while paying for medical bills and time off work. The worker must prove their level of injury and compensable damages in a trial-type setting