You depend upon your income to support yourself and the ones you love. When a work-related injury keeps you from returning to your job or forces you to take a job at a reduced pay, you are entitled to wage benefits through your employer's workers' compensation insurance carrier.
Experienced and Dedicated Pennsylvania Lost Wages Lawyer
At Vanasse Law LLC, attorney Mike Vanasse is dedicated to helping workers' in Lancaster County who are no longer able to return to the same level of income after an accident. With more than 20 years experience handling workers' compensation issues, he can provide you with knowledgeable advice, trusted guidance and experienced support throughout your case. To speak with Mike Vanasse, a Lancaster workers' compensation benefit lawyer, call our firm at 717-397-1010 (toll free at 888-576-0240).
Temporary Total Disability Benefits
If your work-related injury keeps you from returning to work, you are entitled to temporary total disability benefits (TTD). Generally, these benefits are calculated as two-thirds of your average weekly gross pay as of the date of your injury. However, if you worked overtime or had special income related to your job, this amount can be difficult to calculate.
If the insurance company is taking steps to stop of reduce your payments, it is crucial that you seek the help of an experienced workers' compensation wage benefits attorney. Also, a lawyer can help ensure that your TTD wage benefits are properly calculated; if you have concerns regarding the calculation of your benefits, you should speak with an experienced workers' compensation attorney.
Permanent Partial Disability Benefits
If you are able to return to work but your injury forces you to take a lower paying job, you still might be eligible for permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits. Since you are able to work, you will not receive a full two-thirds of your prior pay. Instead, these benefits are calculated by taking two-thirds of the difference between your income prior to the accident and your income after the accident. These benefits can be received for up to 500 weeks during the life of the claim.
Contact us as soon as possible to learn more information about wage loss benefits and injury compensation in a free initial consultation. Send us an e-mail or call us at 717-397-1010 (toll free at 888-576-0240) and talk with a lawyer about your injuries.
