After a serious work injury in Virginia, you may be directed to your Workers’ Comp benefits to recover from your injuries. You can’t cover your bills and needs without your wages, so it’s vital that you get coverage.
But does Virginia Workers’ Comp pay for lost wages? If you’re worried about losing your wages, reach out to Pathfinder Injury Law. We can help you seek out the coverage you need from your Workers’ Comp provider.
Your Virginia Wage Replacement Benefits
When you’re hurt on the job in Virginia, you may be due benefits that cover your losses for a work accident. You may expect coverage for your medical bills, from specialist care to travel costs. But what about your wages?
Your disability benefits should cover a portion of the wages you would have originally received. Although you won’t receive your full paycheck, these funds can help keep you and your family supported and fed while you heal from your injuries.
How Much Will My Virginia Workers’ Comp Settlement Pay?
The funds you receive depend on your original wages and the severity of your injuries. For example, if you’re unable to work in any capacity, you may be eligible for total disability benefits. If a doctor says you cannot return to work at all for a temporary period because of your injuries, you may receive two-thirds of the pre-injury average weekly wage you received during the year immediately prior to your accident, up to a maximum weekly compensation rate.
But let’s say you injured your back at work. You may be unable to perform all your usual tasks at work, but you’re able to work to some degree. In these cases, you may receive wages for the work you’re able to do, as well as partial disability benefits. You may receive benefits to help offset loss of income when your doctor only allows you to return to work with restrictions (often called “light duty”) and you are earning less than you were before you got hurt. The amount paid in these situations is two-thirds of the difference between what you were earning before you got hurt, and what you are earning now that you are injured and working light duty. Your Workers’ Comp lawyer can go through the details of your Workers’ Comp payments with you.
Wondering about taxes on these checks? Read Are Workers’ Comp benefits taxable?
Learn About Your Virginia Workers’ Comp Benefits for Lost Wages
When you’re hurt in a serious Virginia work accident, you may worry about your Workers’ Comp paying for lost wages. You need funds for more than your injuries, after all.
Luckily, Pathfinder Injury Law is here to help. We can help you seek the Workers’ Comp you may be due for your lost wages. If you’re having trouble getting your Workers’ Comp benefits, reach out for a free consultation by calling (804) 505-0633 or by completing the following online contact form.
