"An employer may apply to the chair of the New York State Workers' Compensation Board for approval as a self-insured employer by September 30, 2017. To be approved as a self-insured employer, an employer must: [1] provide PFL benefits at least as favorable as required by the PFLL; [2] demonstrate the ability to make PFL payments; [3] submit certain financial information; [4] file with the chair an agreement to pay disability and PFL benefits; [5] assume all liability for PFL benefits that exceed the funds collected in excess of the maximum contribution amount; [6] post a surety bond; [7] allow the chair to examine its operations and records; and [8] file annual reports."  MORE >>