Types of Workers' Compensation in Ohio
Helping Clients Understand the Type Of Compensation They Qualify For in Ohio
If you have been injured on the job, you may be eligible for workers' compensation. Because there are numerous benefits that vary from case to case, it is important to consult with a Columbus workers' comp attorney directly about your circumstances. Depending on your employment status or insurance coverage, you could be looking at a wide range of coverage to virtually none at all. Turn to Zamora & Hogan Co., L.P.A., for the experienced representation you need during this time.
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Example Of Temporary Total Disability Compensation - AWW & FWW
Jeremy was injured on July 1, 2019 when he slipped and fell while working at USA Market. His doctor diagnosed him with a lumbar sprain and a left knee sprain and completed a MEDCO-14, certifying him off work for 30 days. He filed a workers' compensation claim online once he got home from his doctor's office, and he notified USA Market that he would be off work.
Calculating Compensation for TTD
Jeremy is entitled to receive temporary total disability (TTD) compensation for the 30 days that he will be off work. The law provides he is entitled to receive 72% of his "full weekly wage" (FWW) for the first 12 weeks that he misses from work. In his case, he will not be off work quite that long. Before Jeremy receives TTD, his FWW needs to be calculated. The workman's compensation law provides that the FWW is determined by averaging the employee's six (6) weeks of earnings immediately before the work injury. In Jeremy's case, he made $3,000.00 in the six weeks before his July 1, 2016 injury. Therefore, his FWW is $500.00 ($3,000.00 divided by 6 weeks). Jeremy will receive $360.00 per week in temporary total disability compensation (i.e. 72% of $500.00).
Additional Example Of Temporary Total Disability Compensation
Renee works at American Crane as a crane operator. On September 15, 2019, the crane she was operating experienced a catastrophic failure and collapsed. Fortunately, she survived; however, she sustained multiple fractures, a concussion with loss of consciousness (coma), and various other contusions and lacerations. She began working for American Crane on January 1, 2019 and has been earning $35.00 per hour for the past two (2) years. Her doctor completed a MEDCO-14, certifying her as being temporarily and totally disabled through an estimated date of March 15, 2017.
THE OPINIONS THAT MATTER MOST
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Mr Zamura was extremely knowledgeable with all phases of my Ohio Police and Fire disability claim. He followed up on all aspects and made sure I was informed and up to date with everything going on. He was prompt at returning calls and emails if needed. His application paperwork was done very thoroughly which helped the process go much easier with the OP&F review board. His staff was great also. I would recommend him to anyone looking into a possible disability claim. I am from Akron and he is in Columbus. I only made 2 trips down to see him face to face. Everything else was done electronically or by phone.- Steve H. -
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If I had to go through such a situation with BWC I’m forever grateful it was with these people walking through it together...Charles & his secretary Iesha & Danielle. They ALWAYS treated me with kindness, dignity, & respect. They treated my situation as if it just as important to them as it was to me. They ALWAYS made me feel like I was their only one... trust me they have many & for good reasons. It makes my heart happy knowing there are still hardworking wonderful people out there doing what they do & fighting for the right reasons because they genuinely care. I’ll always feel fortunate to have met them. 🙏❤️🙏- Erica -
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Exmaple Of Permanent Total Disability Compensation
Nathan had two separate injuries while employed as an Equipment Operator with the City of Charleston. The first injury occurred on May 15, 2008 and his claim is allowed for "tear of the left medial meniscus, right ankle fracture, and herniated disc at L5-S1." His second injury occurred on March 1, 2015 and the claim is allowed for "cervical sprain, disc protrusion at C3-4, C4-5 and C5-6, SLAP tear of the right shoulder, AC joint arthritis of the right shoulder, and major depression." Nathan has been off work since the second accident.
The Importance of Doctor Reports
On June 30, 2016, Nathan's doctors, Ahmad Sethna, D.O., and Angel Barnett, Ph.D., both opine he is permanently incapable of performing any form of sustained remunerative employment and he should be declared permanently and totally disabled. Nathan qualifies to pursue permanent total disability compensation based upon his doctors' reports. Nathan worked for the City of Charleston for 21 years and was earning $66,000.00. Assuming the Industrial Commission's examining physicians agree that Nathan is PTD, he will receive PTD compensation for the rest of his life. The Industrial Commission will determine the portion of PTD compensation that will apply to each claim. Since the maximum rates of compensation are different for each year, and one claim may be more significant than another, the Industrial Commission will determine the appropriate apportionment of compensation for each claim.
Qualifying For Statutory Permanent Total Disability Compensation
If an injured worker sustains a loss of two (2) body parts, such as a hand and a foot, or both hands, or both feet, etc., the injured worker qualifies for "statutory" permanent total disability compensation. With this type of award, the injured worker is actually permitted to work and still receive statutory PTD for his or her lifetime. However, if an individual receives regular PTD, he or she is not permitted to work in any capacity, or to perform services for which he or she could be paid (assuming he or she is not receiving pay).
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For further information about these benefits, or for other types of compensation not mentioned on this page (e.g. Violation of a Specific Safety Requirement; Death Benefits; Living Maintenance; Living Maintenance Wage Loss Compensation; Facial Disfigurement; and Change of Occupation), please call Charles Zamora or Abbie Hogan as soon as possible. Please be aware that if you delay in requesting compensation, your award may be limited or denied.
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