Click to Return) 5. How long am I eligible for benefits?
If your doctor states that you are unable to work at all, you are eligible for weekly income benefits for up to 400 weeks from the date of injury. If you return to work at a lower salary because you are unable to work a full work week or have to take a job that pays less due to your injury, you are eligible for benefits for up to 350 weeks. Medical benefits for treatment related to the injury may be paid over the course of your lifetime.
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- Click to Return) 5. How long am I eligible for benefits?