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1 800 HURT 511

Workers’ Compensation & Rotator Cuff Injuries

 

The shoulder joint is one of the most important joints in the body because of its wide range of motion. But because it has such a wide range of motion, it can also be injured easily. Often, shoulder injuries require surgery to help them heal properly. The average workers’ compensation settlement for a shoulder injury varies, but you can expect to receive about two-thirds of your average salary while you’re out of commission. A few factors will go into determining the exact amount you will receive.

If you have a shoulder injury, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that your total costs will be $20,000, and that’s assuming you do not need surgery. Between treatments and waiting for your shoulder to heal, you can expect to miss about three weeks of work.

  • Workers’ Compensation Disability Ratings
  • Lump-Sum Disability Settlement
  • Going to Court

If you have to miss more than about a week of work, you can get temporary disability benefits for your shoulder injury. Generally, you can expect to receive about two-thirds of your weekly earnings until you reach the cap.

If your shoulder injury is serious enough that you have permanently lost the use of it, you are covered under permanent partial disability. This is for workers who can only do a limited amount of work after their injury. The amount you can expect and the maximum you can receive depend on what state you are in.

If your injury prevents you from working at all, you may be able to get two-thirds of your weekly earnings for the rest of your life. If you have a shoulder injury, it is very unlikely you will have a permanent total disability.

Your disability settlement may be given to you in a lump sum. This is a one-time payment meant to cover treatment and lost time working. While it is a predetermined amount, you could instead receive the amount in installments, such as weekly or monthly payments. While the exact amount varies, you will most likely receive about two-thirds of your salary before your shoulder injury. Some states put a limit on how long you can receive workers’ compensation payments. For example, in New York, you can receive it for up to 520 weeks if you have lost all your earning capacity.

The lump-sum your employer offers you for your shoulder injury is usually all you will get — you most likely won’t be eligible for more medical benefits. If you choose not to accept the lump sum, you can take your employer to court. If you win your case, you may receive more compensation than the lump sum would have offered you. On the other hand, you risk losing all the benefits if you lose.

Workers’ compensation laws vary by state, so you should always check your state laws before making a decision. It’s always best to contact an experienced workers’ comp attorney before making any important decisions when it comes to your benefits.

Do not settle for just any means of compensation, contact HURT-511, our personal injury lawyers help injured workers recover the benefits to which they are entitled by law. For a free consultation with an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer, call us toll-free at 800-4878-511 or complete our online form. Our firm handles accident and injury claims throughout all five boroughs of New York.

HURT-511 operates in all boroughs of New York including all Bronx neighborhoods, namely: Bedford Park, Belmont, Fordham, Highbridge, Hunts Point, Jerome Park, Kingsbridge, Morris Park, Morrisania, Mott Haven, Parkchester, Riverdale, Spuyten Duyvil, Throgs Neck, University Heights and Woodlawn.

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