When you are a seriously injured California worker you are probably concerned about you and your family’s future. In this article, a California Workers’ Compensation Lawyer tells you all the important things your need to know about California Workers’ Compensation Temporary Disability benefits. Which are also known as weekly compensation benefits or workers’ comp checks.
California Temporary Disability Benefits
Temporary Disability benefits are payments you get from the California Workers’ Compensation insurance carrier when you are unable to do your usual job while you out on a work injury. These benefits are also known as “TD” benefits.
Temporary Partial Disability (TPD)
If you can do some work while you are recovering from your California Workers’ Compensation injury, but you are earning less than you usually make, you should receive temporary partial disability benefits. Also known as TPD benefits.
Temporary Total Disability (TTD)
If you can not perform any work while you are recovering from your California Workers’ Compensation injury you should receive temporary total disability benefits. Also known as TTD benefits.
Salary Continuation
Some California employers have salary continuation plans that pay all or some of your wages while you are temporarily disabled. These are called salary continuation plans. There are different kinds of salary continuation plans. Some salary continuation plans use your vacation and/or sick leave to supplement the TD payments required by California workers’ compensation law.
How Is Temporary Disability Calculated?
California temporary disability is calculated as 2/3 of your Average Weekly Wage. Meaning, you are entitled to 2/3’s of your Average Weekly Wage. The current California Workers’ Compensation minimum compensation rate is $143.70 and current California Workers’ Compensation maximum compensation rate is $958.01.
What is a Waiting Time?
Under California Workers’ Compensation Laws there is a three-day waiting period. Meaning you aren’t paid for the first three days until after 14 days of your temporary disability. There is no waiting period if you are immediately hospitalized.
How Long Can I Receive TTD Benefits?
Under most cicrcumstances, can usually only recover 104 weeks of TD benefits.
Do I Have to Pay Taxes on Temporary Disability Benefits?
You do not have to pay taxes on Califronia Temporary Disability benefits.
Can I Get Unemployment Benefits While I Am Temporarily Disabled?
In order to qualify for California Unemployment Benefits you have to certify under penalty of perjury that you are ready, willing and able to perform your regular work. If you are Temporarily Disabled you do not qualify for Unemployment Benefits. Don’t make the mistake of applying for Unemployment Benefits when you are disabled.
Disclaimer
This article is not legal advice. I am simplistic in order to achieve clarity. If you are a seriously injured California worker, you are advised to hire a seasoned California Workers’ Compensation Attorney. Always tell the truth when you are making a claim for California Workers’ Compensation benefits.
