Workers comp finger injury settlements in Pennsylvania
A finger injury workers comp settlement in Pennsylvania 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
High-risk class codes for finger injuries
Occupations most likely to file finger injury claims:
FAQs
What is the average finger injury workers comp settlement in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania 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 finger injury in Pennsylvania?
Finger 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 finger injury in Pennsylvania?
3 years from the date of injury. Finger injuries that develop over time (cumulative trauma) may have different deadline triggers.