Lawnside Attorneys Helping Injured Workers Get Fair Disability Ratings
Last updated on August 5, 2025
Disability ratings play a crucial role in a workers’ compensation claim. This standard is used to assess how much your injury affects you, which then determines the amount of benefits you’ll receive. Understanding these ratings is key to knowing how much support you may receive while you recover.
For over 55 years, Fishman & Fishman, LLC, has been a dedicated advocate for injured people in New Jersey. Our attorneys offer personalized support, using their years of experience in workers’ compensation and personal injury law to help injured workers secure the compensation they need. If you got an injury on the job, the last thing on your mind is figuring out which percentage it falls under. The attorneys at our disability ratings law firm will walk you through the process, making sure your disability rating truly represents your circumstances.
How Disability Ratings Work In New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Claims
If you get a work-related injury, the compensation you receive is based on the severity of your injury, which is measured according to the disability rating. This rating helps decide how long you will receive benefits and how much.
For example, if a worker has a 10% disability rating, they might receive benefits for a specific period, like 30 weeks. If the weekly payment is $309, which is the lowest possible, they would get around $9,270 in total. On the other hand, if they have a 25% disability rating, benefits could last longer, like 75 weeks. If the weekly amount is $1,159, which is the highest possible amount, the total could be about $86,925.
However, these are just simplified examples. The actual number of weeks and dollar amounts for each percentage of disability are determined by a detailed Schedule of Disabilities published by the New Jersey Department of Labor. A 10% rating might not always equal exactly 30 weeks–it depends on the body part and injury type. It’s crucial to speak with a knowledgeable attorney to understand exactly how these ratings might affect you.
The Rating System May Apply To Different Types of Disabilities
Under New Jersey workers’ compensation law, the disability rating may apply to different types of work-related injuries:
- Temporary Total Disability (TTD): When a worker can’t do any job due to injury, TTD benefits cover 70% of their average weekly pay until they can return to work or reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)
- Permanent Partial Disability (PPD): For permanent impairments that limit some job functions but don’t stop work entirely, benefits are a percentage of impairment, paid weekly after temporary disability ends
- Permanent Total Disability (PTD): For injuries causing complete, permanent inability to work, benefits cover 70% of average weekly pay and can last initially for 450 weeks, with a possibility of extension if the worker cannot earn wages
Accurate ratings are vital for fair compensation. Our attorneys can help ensure the ratings correctly represent the severity of your injury. We are also ready to challenge any unfair or incorrect ratings on your behalf.
We Can Help You Secure Fair Compensation; Call Us Today
Making sure your disability rating truly represents your condition is crucial to receiving the right compensation. At Fishman & Fishman, LLC, our seasoned lawyers are ready to discuss your situation and help you find the benefits you deserve. Contact us at 888-339-7675 or fill out our online form today.