Permanent total disability applies when your injury or long term trauma fully blocks your ability to work for life. This usually requires a one hundred percent disability rating or a condition that is accepted as totally disabling. Examples include the loss of vision in both eyes, full paralysis, or the loss of use of both arms. If you qualify for permanent total disability you can keep receiving workers compensation payments for life. These payments follow state rules that set minimum and maximum amounts.

Insurers often deny permanent disability claims because these claims bring long lasting costs. Permanent partial disability claims are more common than permanent total disability claims. If you believe you qualify for either type and the insurer disputes or denies your claim you should contact our team right away. We help you understand your rights and guide you through every step of the process. Our firm has deep experience with the California system and works hard to win fair support for injured workers.

Many claims face a dispute or a denial. Our firm encourages you to work with a lawyer early so you can protect your rights. Since 2012 our team has stood up for injured workers across the Greater Los Angeles area. We have helped many clients secure permanent disability benefits after serious accidents and long term work related illness.

How Permanent Disability Pay Is Set

Permanent disability pay uses your average weekly wage before the injury. The amount uses a two thirds formula with a max limit of $290 per week.

Permanent partial disability also uses your disability rating which can reach up to ninety nine point seven five percent. The rating affects how long benefits can continue. Minimum and maximum amounts for each type of disability are different.