Effective January 1, 2014, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry released the new compensation rates for injured workers who are out of work because of the work injury. Â Each year the Department adjusts compensation rates. Â Here are the new rates. Â These rates only apply if you were actually injured in 2014.
If your average weekly wage is $517.77 or less, then you are entitled to 90% of your average weekly wage as wage loss benefits. Â The maximum increase to $517.77 from $509.43 in 2013.
If your average weekly wage is between $517.78 and $699.00, then your weekly compensation rate will be $466.00. Â That is an increase from $458.50 in 2013.
If your average weekly wage is between $699.01 and $1398/.00, then you are entitled to 66 2/3 your average weekly wage. Â The maximum an injured worker can receive in 2014 is $932.00 per week, up from $917.00 in 2013.
Often, insurance carriers and employers miscalculate your average weekly wage. Â At times they will not include overtime or concurrent wages, meaning income you had from a part time job. Â Your workers’ compensation rights center around your average weekly wage. Â It is imperative that the average weekly wage be correct. Â If you have any questions or would like a FREE consultation to discuss your case, contact Mooney & Associates attorney Mark Buterbaugh at 1-877-632-4656.
Attorney Buterbaugh represents injured workers in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Lancaster, Perry, and York Counties.
