Workers Comp Settlement Calculator
Estimate your workers' compensation settlement amount based on weekly wage, impairment rating, and state factors.
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How to use this tool?
Follow these steps to estimate your workers' compensation settlement:
- Enter your Average Weekly Wage – Input your gross weekly earnings (e.g., $800). Must be a positive number.
- Enter your Impairment Rating – A percentage (0–100) from your medical evaluation (e.g., 15 for 15%).
- Select your State Multiplier – Choose the applicable state rate from the dropdown (e.g., California 75%).
- Enter Weeks of Permanent Disability – The number of weeks your disability is expected to last (e.g., 300).
- Click "Calculate Settlement" – The estimated amount appears below, with the formula shown for transparency.
Formula used: (Weekly Wage × Impairment Rating% × State Multiplier) × Weeks
All inputs must be valid numbers. Errors are shown in red if invalid.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The settlement is calculated as: (Average Weekly Wage × Impairment Rating% × State Multiplier) × Number of Weeks of Permanent Disability. The state multiplier varies by jurisdiction (e.g., 66.67% general, 75% California).
An impairment rating is a percentage assigned by a doctor that reflects the severity of your work-related injury or illness, based on medical guidelines.
No, this calculator provides an estimate only. Actual settlements may differ based on legal factors, negotiations, and specific state laws. Consult a workers' compensation attorney for a precise evaluation.
