North Dakota: workers' comp deadlines
How quickly you must tell your employer about a work injury, and the deadline to file a workers' compensation claim.
| Deadline to tell your employer | As soon as possible (benefits can be affected if you wait longer than 7 days) |
|---|---|
| Deadline to file a claim | 1 year after you knew of a work injury with lost wages or treatment |
| Claim law | N.D.C.C. § 65-05-01 |
| Deadline for a death claim | 2 years after death |
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How we checked this
Claim deadlines come from a law-firm compendium that cites each statute. Notice deadlines were compared across two 50-state tables; where they differed we used the statute. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.
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