When an individual has been seriously injured in an accident in the workplace, he or she may be entitled to permanent disability benefits, depending on the type and severity of the injury and other factors. Permanent disability benefits are worker’s compensation benefits for these individuals and there are three categories that the injured worker may fall into.
The first category is statutorial permanent disability. If someone has lost both hands, both arms, both feet, both legs, both eyes, or the permanent and complete loss of the use of any of those body parts, such an injury would be classified as statutorial permanent disability, entitling the injured worker to benefits. Even if the individual is able to work after the injury, he or she can still receive these benefits. For example, if you lost both legs, or the use of them, but are able to continue in your job as a bookkeeper, you can still receive permanent disability benefits. Continue reading ‘Permanent Disability Benefits and Workers' Compensation’ »