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When Will My Benefits Begin And How Much Will They Be?

In cases of temporary total or temporary partial disability, no compensation shall be allowed for the first three days after disability. Compensation shall begin with the fourth day after disability, and in the event the disability from the injury exists for a period as much as 21 days, compensation for the first three days after the injury shall be added to and payable with the first installment due the employee after the expiration of the 21 days. Weekly compensation benefits for injury claims are computed as follows: For injury claims, multiply the employee`s average weekly earnings for 52 weeks prior to injury by 66 2/3%. Benefits cannot exceed maximum benefits in effect on date of injury.

Other Alabama Workers' Compensation FAQs

Q: How Long After An Injury Do I Have To Report It To My Employer?
A: You should inform your employer immediately of any work related injury. Alabama law requires that you give notice to your employer within 5 days of the injury and in … More
Q: How Do I Know If My Employer Is Covered By Workers' Compensation?
A: Generally if your employer has 5 or more employees` fulltime or parttime and including officers of a corporation they should be covered by workers` … More
Q: What Workers' Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To?
A: You are entitled to hospital, medical and surgical treatment that is reasonable and necessary in order to treat you injury. You may also be entitled to weekly … More
Q: If I Am Injured On The Job Can I Choose The Doctor Who Treats Me?
A: The employer will select the treating physician at the time of the accident. If the employee is dissatisfied with the initial treating physician selected by the … More
Q: If I Am Unable To Return To The Type Of Work I Did Before I Was Injured, What Happens?
A: If you return to work and are being paid wages less then at the time of your injury, you may be entitled to receive Temporary Disability benefits. These benefits are … More
Q: My Employer Has Denied My Claim, What Do I Do?
A: If your employer or their insurance company denies your claim, you may call the Workers` Compensation Division and ask to speak to an Ombudsman, the Ombudsman acts as … More
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Denial of Benefits and Appeals
Employer Responsibilities
Work Injury
Worker Compensation Board
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