Do seasonal or temporary workers in Beaufort qualify for workers’ compensation?

By Sami

Yes. In South Carolina, workers’ compensation coverage applies to most employees regardless of whether they are full-time, part-time, or seasonal, as long as their employer has four or more employees and is not one of the limited exempt categories. Beaufort County’s significant hospitality and tourism workforce includes many seasonal workers who often don’t realize they have the same rights as full-time employees. Temporary agency workers may also be covered, though the question of which employer’s policy applies can require careful analysis. If you were injured in a seasonal or temporary role, don’t assume you are not covered; consult our Beaufort workers’ comp attorneys.