While at work, I suffered permanent disability. What are my rights?
If you suffer an on-the-job injury which results in a permanent disability, whether partial or total, you are eligible for payment to compensate for the decrease in earnings attributable to the permanent nature of disability. The amount you will receive may be determined by a schedule, or by a percentage of the weekly wage. If the workplace injury results in your death, money is generally provided to your spouse and children (if any). Death benefits consist of a burial allowance and a percentage of your weekly wages. There may be a maximum limit (cap) on benefits. Death benefits are provided to a spouse until remarriage and to the children until they reach majority.
