New Jersey workers comp settlement chart
New Jersey's Schedule of Losses sets the maximum weeks of permanent partial disability for each body part. Weekly benefit is 70% of average weekly wage, capped at $1,131/week. Lawyer fees are capped at 20% by NJSA 34:15-64.
Schedule of Losses
| Body part | PPD weeks | Max dollars | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back | - | null | |
| Neck | - | null | |
| Shoulder | - | null | |
| Knee | - | null | |
| Hand | 245 | $277,095 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Arm | 300 | $339,300 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Leg | 275 | $311,025 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Foot | 200 | $226,200 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Eye | 200 | $226,200 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Hearing loss (one ear) | 60 | $67,860 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Hearing loss (both ears) | 200 | $226,200 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| Thumb | 75 | $84,825 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| index_finger | 40 | $45,240 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| middle_finger | 35 | $39,585 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| ring_finger | 30 | $33,930 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
| little_finger | 20 | $22,620 | NJSA 34:15-12(c) |
New Jersey's PPD system rates most major body parts (like back, neck, shoulder, knee) as a percentage of total permanent disability, which is then converted to weeks. Specific schedules with fixed weeks exist for digits, eyes, and hearing.
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FAQs
What is the maximum back injury workers comp settlement in New Jersey?
New Jersey'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 New Jersey?
20% of recovery, set by NJSA 34:15-64.
Are settlement amounts in New Jersey taxable?
No. Workers compensation benefits are not subject to federal or state income tax under IRC §104(a)(1).