Summary
In North Carolina, workers compensation benefits include medical treatment costs, TTD, PTD, and PPD. If you have a 44% impairment rating, your PPD benefits are calculated based on the affected body part and your average weekly wage. For a right shoulder and arm injury with a $500 weekly wage, the compensation rate is two-thirds of your wage. The total compensation is calculated by multiplying the total weeks (240 weeks * 44%) by the compensation rate ($333.33), resulting in approximately $35,199.65. You generally cannot sue the USPS directly due to FECA but can seek compensation through OWCP. If facing issues with your OWCP worker, document everything, contact OWCP, and consider filing a complaint. Free legal assistance is available through organizations like Legal Aid of North Carolina.Full Conversation
I have workmans comp
I'm sorry to hear about your injury. In North Carolina, workers' compensation benefits can include:
- Medical treatment costs
- Temporary total disability (TTD) benefits
- Permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits
- Permanent total disability (PTD) benefits
Have you received any of these benefits yet?
I receive a check once a month
Thank you for the information. In North Carolina, receiving a monthly check indicates you may be receiving either Temporary Total Disability (TTD) or Permanent Total Disability (PTD) benefits.
- **TTD**: Payments for being temporarily unable to work.
- **PTD**: Payments for being permanently unable to work.
Do you know which type of benefits you are receiving?
I dont know
Thank you for sharing the details. Since you're unsure about the type of benefits you're receiving, it might be helpful to check your workers' compensation documentation or contact your claims administrator.
Would you like guidance on how to determine your benefit type or any other specific information about your workers' compensation benefits?
I think TTD
Thank you for the information. If you believe you are receiving Temporary Total Disability (TTD) benefits, here's what you should know:
- **TTD Benefits**: Payments for being temporarily unable to work, typically two-thirds of your average weekly wage.
Would you like to know how long you can receive these benefits or any other specific details?
They said i have * percent impairment what am i owed for that
In North Carolina, a *% impairment rating might qualify you for Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) benefits. These benefits are based on:
- **Impairment Rating**: Percentage of disability assigned by a doctor.
- **Body Part**: Specific body part affected can influence the compensation.
Would you like to know how to calculate PPD benefits or need assistance with another aspect?
What would * percent impairment pay out
In North Carolina, Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) benefits are calculated based on:
- **Impairment Rating**: *% in your case.
- **Affected Body Part**: The specific body part impacts compensation.
- **Weekly Compensation Rate**: Typically two-thirds of your average weekly wage.
Would you like help calculating the exact payout based on the affected body part and your wage?
Yes
To calculate your Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) payout in North Carolina, we'll need to know the specific body part that is affected and your average weekly wage. Could you please provide this information?
Right shoulder and arm and $* a week
Thank you for providing the information. Here's a general outline for calculating your PPD benefits in North Carolina:
- **Right Shoulder and Arm**: North Carolina assigns specific weeks of compensation for different body parts.
- **Impairment Rating**: *%
- **Average Weekly Wage**: $*
For the right shoulder and arm, North Carolina usually allows a maximum of * weeks for the arm. Your compensation would be *% of * weeks.
Would you like further details on how to apply this calculation to determine your payout?
Yes
Great, let's walk through the calculation for your Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) benefits:
*. **Maximum Weeks for Arm**: * weeks.
*. **Impairment Rating**: *%.
*. **Average Weekly Wage**: $*.
*. **Compensation Rate**: Two-thirds of your average weekly wage = $* * */* = $*.*.
Calculation:
- **Total Weeks**: * weeks * *% = *.* weeks.
- **Total Compensation**: *.* weeks * $*.*.
Would you like help with any other specifics or further assistance?
Yes
Certainly! Based on the information provided:
- **Total Weeks for Arm**: * weeks.
- **Impairment Rating**: *%.
- **Average Weekly Wage**: $*.
- **Compensation Rate**: Two-thirds of your average weekly wage = $* * */* = $*.*.
Calculation:
- **Total Weeks**: * weeks * *% = *.* weeks.
- **Total Compensation**: *.* weeks * $*.* ≈ $*,*.*.
Would you like more details on how these benefits are paid out, or do you have any other questions?
Can i sue the usps
You generally cannot sue the USPS directly for work-related injuries due to the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA). Instead, you would seek compensation through the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP).
Would you like more details on how to proceed with OWCP or any other assistance?
My owcp worker is not doing her job
I'm sorry to hear about the difficulties you're facing with your OWCP worker. Here are a few steps you can take:
- **Document Everything**: Keep detailed records of all communications and issues.
- **Contact OWCP**: Reach out to the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs directly to report the problem.
- **File a Complaint**: Consider filing a formal complaint if the issue persists.
Would you like guidance on filing a complaint or contacting OWCP?
Are their any free lawyers that can help me
In North Carolina, several organizations provide free legal assistance. You can contact them for help with your workers' compensation issues:
Legal Aid of North Carolina
Phone: *-*-*-*
Website: www.legalaidnc.org
Would you like more information on any specific legal assistance or guidance on how to proceed?
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