What is workmen's compensation fraud?

Workmen's compensation fraud occurs when someone willfully makes false statements or conceal information in order to obtain compensation benefits, or to avoid making compensation payments. It is against the law for any person or entity to make any fraudulent claims or defrauding the Commission in order to obtain compensation benefits or to avoid making compensation payments. Fraud is considered a felony.


How can a fraudulent workmen's compensation claim be brought forth before the Commission?

Pursuant to A.S.C.A. §32.0654(b), the Commission may at any time, either on its own motion or upon the application of any party, reopen any case on the ground that fraud has been practiced on any party, and render such decision as is proper under the circumstances.


How to report fraud?

Please immediately contact the Commission's Office if you suspect or have a firm knowledge of any fraudulent claims or related activities. To report workmen's compensation fraud, complete the following form and email to compliance@aswcc-gov.net, or mail to:

Office of the Workmen's Compensation Commission
American Samoa Government
P.O. Box 39
Pago Pago, AS 96799