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Scarring And Disfigurement
An injured worker may also receive an award of up to 40 weeks for scarring and disfigurement caused by the work injury, or by surgery necessitated by the work injury. The payment for scarring and disfigurement is usually paid in a lump sum.
It is usually necessary for the injured worker to be seen by an administrative law judge (ALJ) for an assessment of the degree of scarring and disfigurement. Each "week" of scarring and disfigurement is equal to two-thirds (2/3) of the employee's average weekly wage at the time of the injury, up to a maximum. The maximum amount payable depends on the date of the injury.
Whether scarring and disfigurement is owed depends on the location of the scar on the body. Your attorney can advise you regarding the payment for scarring and disfigurement in your case.
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