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I actually asked this question because I was getting frustrated with trying to find the answer to help my husband. However, of course I found the answer after asking the question!
I found real help answering my question on the following website: http://www.workerscompensationinsurance.com, the answer provided by: Bob Bollinger, Attorney at Law and Board Certified Specialist in NC Workers' Compensation Law, Charlotte, NC
However, since I have done extensive research about this on many websites I am also adding this other information in the hopes of helping anyone in a similar situation. If you live in IL, this website is very helpful:http://www.woodrufflawyers.com/CM/WorkersCompensation/Guide-To-Workers-Compensation-In-Illinois.asp
I found looking for information on websites set up by lawfirms that deal with workmen's compensation issues very helpful.
The workmen's comp. settlement will depend on the impairment rating given to the, in this case, index finger by the doctor when you are released from his/her care. I know from experience that the doctor may not tell you, so in this case you need to find this out from the insurance company that covers your work injuries. In IL, it varies slightly in certain states, an index finger is worth 40 weeks of benefits if it is permanently partially disabled, as is the case with my husband, and he received a 5% impairment rating. It is important to note that there are several types of Permanent Partial Disability and that total loss of use of an index finger is worth 46 weeks.
Concerning Weekly Benefits: You are entitled to 66 2/3% percent of your average weekly wage during any period of time you are unable to work because of the injury. This payment is tax-free and is based on the average weekly earnings during the 52 weeks prior to the injury.
So, to calculate his particular settlement, I first calculated 5% of 40 weeks (5*.40)=2. My husband's weekly wage was $560, so 560*.66(2/3)=246.40. He was gone 7 work days, so 246.4/5=$49.28/workday, so 246.4+98.56(49.28*2)=$344.96 and then you take 344.96*2=$689.92
Additionally, employees are entitled to compensation for disfigurement (scarring).
What else can I help you with?
Ohio workers comp pay for amputation of finger?
In Ohio, workers' compensation benefits for the amputation of a finger are typically based on the severity of the injury and the specific finger affected. The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) assigns a predetermined number of weeks of compensation for each type of amputation, which can vary. In addition to wage loss benefits, injured workers may also be eligible for medical expenses related to the injury. It's advisable to consult with a workers' compensation attorney or the BWC for detailed information regarding specific cases.
How much is an amputated finger worth in compensation?
How much is index finger worth in workers compensation
How much is little finger amputation worth in workers comp?
The compensation for a little finger amputation in workers' compensation varies significantly based on jurisdiction, the severity of the injury, and the specific state's compensation schedule. Typically, the amount may range from a few thousand to tens of thousands of dollars, depending on factors such as loss of function, medical expenses, and impact on the worker's ability to perform their job. It’s important for injured workers to consult their state's workers' compensation guidelines or a legal professional for precise information.
How do you make a finger look injured?
One way you can make a finger look injured is to spill (a little, a drip of paint) onto your finger. Fall and pretend you pulled your finger back and cry. That's one way.
Ky wkrs comp pays how much for finger amputation?
The amount of worker's compensation received will depend on the finger lost. Federal guidelines require the complete loss of a thumb to be paid at 75 weeks' compensation and the complete loss of the first finger to be paid at 46 weeks' compensation. The weeks, compensation is based on current pay of the employee and may be adjusted based on the percentage of loss. For instance, if one quarter of the first finger is lost, the adjustment may pay out at one fourth of the 46 weeks' compensation.
Should you get stitches on your finger?
Only if it is injured sufficiently to warrant it.
Why do basketball players tape their fingers together?
if two fingers are taped its mostly an injury, they tape the injured finger next to the finger that's okay so it can support the injured one.
Did Guillermo Ochoa injure his finger during the match"?
Yes, Guillermo Ochoa injured his finger during the match.
You had an amputation of one half of a finger due to medical condition Are you eligible for compensation?
You are only eligible for compensation if it was someone elses fault and you can prove it in court.
How much is workers compensation for a permanent impairment on right ring finger?
The amount a person will receive from Workers Compensation for a permanent impairment on a right ring finger, will depend on their state. Each state determines their own wage replacement rates.
What are reasonable amounts for trigger finger injurys?
In the UK the amounts you can claim in compensation or a trigger finger injury depends on several factors including whether the condition has permanent symptoms and whether surgery is necessary. See the related link entitled "trigger finger claim" to see examples of compensation amounts for trigger finger injuries of various different degrees of severity.
How do you make a splint for a finger?
Injured fingers are often treated with 'buddy taping' where you simply tape the injured finger to the one next to it with medical tape. Placing a small piece of sponge or soft material between the fingers may be more comfortable.
