District of Columbia workers comp settlement chart
District of Columbia's Schedule of Losses sets the maximum weeks of permanent partial disability for each body part. Weekly benefit is 66.67% of average weekly wage, capped at $1,800/week.
Schedule of Losses
| Body part | PPD weeks | Max dollars | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back | - | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(U) | |
| Neck | - | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(U) | |
| Shoulder | 312 | $561,600 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(A) |
| Knee | 288 | $518,400 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(B) |
| Hand | 244 | $439,200 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(C) |
| Arm | 312 | $561,600 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(A) |
| Leg | 288 | $518,400 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(B) |
| Foot | 205 | $369,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(D) |
| Eye | 160 | $288,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(E) |
| Hearing loss (one ear) | 52 | $93,600 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(F) |
| Hearing loss (both ears) | 200 | $360,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(G) |
| Thumb | 75 | $135,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(H) |
| index_finger | 46 | $82,800 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(I) |
| middle_finger | 30 | $54,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(J) |
| ring_finger | 25 | $45,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(K) |
| little_finger | 15 | $27,000 | DC Code § 32-1508(3)(L) |
District of Columbia uses a statutory schedule for specific body parts. Unscheduled injuries like back and neck are compensated based on the extent of disability, not to exceed 500 weeks, as per the 'other cases' provision.
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FAQs
What is the maximum back injury workers comp settlement in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia's Schedule of Losses uses physician impairment rating (AMA Guides) rather than a fixed back-injury schedule.
What's the lawyer's fee cap on workers comp cases in District of Columbia?
District of Columbia does not set a flat fee cap; fees must be approved by the Workers Compensation Commission.
Are settlement amounts in District of Columbia taxable?
No. Workers compensation benefits are not subject to federal or state income tax under IRC §104(a)(1).