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Were you aware that most employees are entitled to workers\u2019 compensation benefits from their employer\u2019s policy if they\u2019ve been injured? Depending on your situation, you could be eligible for your employer\u2019s insurance policy to pay for your medical treatment, and you could receive a portion of your weekly wages as you recover.Workers\u2019 compensation benefits are a vital lifeline for people who\u2019ve suffered severe shoulder injuries that leave them in pain and unable to work. Unfortunately, getting the benefits you are owed could be a lengthy and complicated process. However, this process can be significantly easier when you hire an attorney with experience handling workers\u2019 comp claims to represent you.At the law firm of Marks & Harrison, our team of Virginia workers\u2019 comp attorneys have more than 100 years of experience helping injured workers in our community seek the benefits they deserve.Contact us today for a free initial consultation to learn how we can make a difference in your case.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tWhat Is the Average Workers\u2019 Compensation Settlement Amount for Shoulder Injuries in Virginia?No two workplace shoulder injuries are exactly alike. The potential value of your unique workers\u2019 comp case can vary significantly depending on several factors. If you are eligible for benefits, you may be entitled to compensation for:Medical bills \u2013 Workers\u2019 comp benefits should cover the total cost associated with any reasonable and necessary medical care you receive to diagnose and treat a work-related shoulder injury.Lost wages \u2013 If you are forced to miss work or can only perform light-duty work due to your shoulder injury, you may be able to claim disability benefits for lost wages. In most cases, you can receive two-thirds of the average weekly wages you earned before the injury. Specific statewide payment limitsRehabilitation costs \u2013 If you need help with your recovery after a shoulder injury, workers\u2019 comp benefits can cover the costs of physical therapy and other types of rehabilitation. If you need to relearn specific abilities to return to work or adapt to a new line of work, these benefits can also cover vocational rehabilitation costs such as tuition and retraining expenses.Death benefits \u2013 Survivors may be entitled to death benefits if a family member died due to an on-the-job shoulder injury. These benefits can cover funeral expenses and the loss of your loved one\u2019s financial support.What Are the Different Types of Shoulder Injuries?Here are some of the most common types of workplace shoulder injuries in Virginia workers\u2019 comp cases:Dislocated shouldersSeparated collarbonesShoulder and collarbone fracturesTorn and pinched rotator cuffsLabral tearsOverexertion injuriesSoft tissue strains and sprainsImpingement syndromeWhat Are the Different Levels of Disability Based on My Injury?If your occupational shoulder injury prevents you from returning to your usual job duties at any time, it\u2019s considered a disability. The four primary levels of disability from work-related injuries in Virginia include:Temporary partial disability \u2013 If you are partially disabled, you can still perform some job-related tasks even though your injury prevents you from returning to your regular duties. A partial disability is considered a temporary partial disability (TPD) if you are expected to recover from it eventually.Temporary total disability \u2013 If you are totally disabled, you cannot work in any capacity, even with accommodations. With a temporary total disability (TTD), your doctor will typically order you to stay home from work for one or more days until you recover enough to return.Permanent partial disability \u2013 If you are still partially disabled after reaching maximum medical improvement (MMI), your doctor will likely classify your condition as a permanent partial disability (PPD). If you return to work with a permanent partial disability, you may be entitled to recover disability benefits if you receive an impairment rating.How Are Virginia Workers\u2019 Compensation Benefits Calculated?Your workers\u2019 comp benefits should fully cover reasonable and necessary medical expenses associated with a work-related shoulder injury. If your injury forces you to miss time at work, calculating the amount of money you can expect to receive in wage loss benefits is a bit more complicated.If you are disabled, you should be entitled to weekly wage loss benefits equal to two-thirds of the average weekly wages you earned pre-injury, up to the statewide weekly maximum. So, if you earned $1,000 per week before you sustained the shoulder injury, you could expect roughly $667 in weekly benefits until you recover. Keep in mind that you must be out of work for at least seven days before claiming temporary total disability payments.If you are partially disabled, you should receive two-thirds of the difference between your current weekly wages and the average weekly wages you earned before the injury. So, if you used to make $1,000 per week but can only earn $500 per week since the injury, you could expect two-thirds of the $500 difference, or $333 in weekly benefits.What Will My Workers’ Comp Cover?If you are entitled to workers\u2019 compensation benefits in Virginia, you can generally expect to cover the following:Ambulance rides and emergency medical careVisits to primary care doctors or specialistsOutpatient hospital visits or inpatient staysMedical tests and other diagnostic expensesPhysical, psychological, and vocational rehabilitationPrescription medications and durable medical equipmentReplacement limbs and other prosthetic devicesCosts of transportation to and from appointmentsA portion of any lost or reduced wagesUp to $10,000 in funeral and burial expensesContact a Virginia Workers\u2019 Compensation Lawyer TodayIf you\u2019ve suffered a shoulder injury and need to claim workers\u2019 comp benefits in Virginia, don\u2019t hesitate to seek legal assistance. Contact the knowledgeable legal team at Marks & Harrison. Our lawyers are ready to guide you through the process. Our consultations are always free and confidential."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/www.marksandharrison.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Workers\u2019 Comp for Shoulder Injuries in Virginia","item":"https:\/\/www.marksandharrison.com\/blog\/workers-comp-for-shoulder-injuries\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]