Workers comp hand injury settlements in New Hampshire
A hand injury workers comp settlement in New Hampshire depends on the physician impairment rating (AMA Guides), multiplied by your weekly benefit. The statute of limitations is 3 years.
PPD weeks
-
rating-based
SOL
3 yr
to file claim
Fee cap
20%
of recovery
Statute
NH RSA 281-A:23
New Hampshire uses the AMA Guides for impairment rating.
FAQs
What is the average hand injury workers comp settlement in New Hampshire?
New Hampshire uses AMA Guides physician impairment rating rather than a fixed body-part schedule. A workers comp lawyer will compute the expected settlement using the impairment rating × statutory weeks formula.
Do I need a lawyer for a hand injury in New Hampshire?
Hand injuries often involve disputed impairment ratings, surgical care decisions, and large lump-sum (Compromise & Release) negotiations. Most workers comp lawyers offer free consultations and only collect a fee if you recover.
How long do I have to file a workers comp claim for a hand injury in New Hampshire?
3 years from the date of injury. Hand injuries that develop over time (cumulative trauma) may have different deadline triggers.