§ 27-19-5.1 - Cancellation of coverage by employers. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 27-19-5.1

   § 27-19-5.1  Cancellation of coverage byemployers. – No employer shall cancel any contract of insurance provided for the benefit ofhis or her employee as provided for in this chapter without first allowing theemployee the opportunity to continue the contract of insurance, with theemployee paying an amount not to exceed the total contribution required of theemployer and employee for the continuation of the protection while the employeeis disabled and receiving benefits pursuant to the provision of the Workers'Compensation Act, chapters 29 – 38 of title 28.