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In many workplace injuries, the healing process does not result in full recovery. If you are hurt at work and never quite see full improvement, you may qualify for permanent partial disability benefits (PPD) in Nevada.
These benefits allow you to receive compensation based on your limitations and to continue to receive it for years to come. It can be challenging to prove our partial disability and right to receive ongoing compensation, but our Las Vegas workers’ compensation lawyer can help with that process.
Permanent partial disability (PPD) awards provide injured workers with monthly payments. A person with a qualified PPD has permanent limitations that are not likely to improve for the rest of their life that impact their ability to work. However, they can still work to a reduced degree.
This determination is based on the American Medical Association’s (AMA) rules, not just what your doctor believes. It is critical for you to apply for these benefits after you receive care from a state-approved medical provider.
Your physician must state that no further medical treatment will improve your injury or illness, and you are considered ratable under the guidelines set by the AMA. Your doctor must state that you have reached your maximum medical improvement (MMI). That means your medical provider does not expect any further improvement.
In Nevada, you have just 30 days to have your doctor rate your disability and then submit a report that shows verification of this disability. These awards are not related to Social Security or any other federally administered fund. They come from the state and, as a result, are subject to local guidelines.
Your doctor will assess the impact your injury or illness has on your ability to work. They look at all factors contributing to your limitations and then assign an impairment level. This is a percentage that demonstrates how disabled you are.
The PPD award you receive is a combination of your impairment level, your age at the time of the injury, and your salary at the time of the injury. The percentage is not specifically based on your ability to work. Rather, it is determined by the length of a retraining program when you are eligible for vocational rehabilitation services.
You may be eligible for a lump-sum payment or receive monthly payments until age 70, depending on the level of restrictions you face.
Numerous factors affect how you receive PPD benefits in Nevada. There are several approaches possible, and no matter which method is used, accuracy becomes critical. There is a method that will best work for your situation. Because it is so important not to make any mistakes in this process, we recommend working with a specific workers’ compensation attorney who can navigate the process for you. This means choosing a Nevada-based attorney who can help you navigate the state’s specific requirements.
Speak to the team at DiMarco | Araujo | Montevideo now to learn more about your qualifications for permanent partial disability benefits in Nevada. Let us provide insight into your rights so you can pursue comprehensive compensation for what you went through at work. Call our office today to schedule a free consultation.