Bill
LC 1836
Overview: LC 1836, "Revising workers' compensation insurance laws to remove the limitation on benefits to the state's weekly average wage", is a bill that proposes to eliminate the
Overview: LC 1836, "Revising workers' compensation insurance laws to remove the limitation on benefits to the state's weekly average wage", is a bill that proposes to eliminate the cap on workers' compensation benefits based on the state's average weekly wage.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to address the financial hardship faced by injured workers whose wages exceed the state's average weekly wage. By removing the benefit limitation, the bill seeks to ensure that workers receive adequate compensation for their lost earnings, regardless of their pre-injury income level.
Key Provisions:
- Eliminates the current cap on workers' compensation benefits tied to the state's average weekly wage
- Requires workers' compensation insurance providers to pay benefits based on the injured worker's actual pre-injury wages, without any limitation
- Applies the change retroactively to all existing and future workers' compensation claims
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily benefit higher-wage workers who are injured on the job and would otherwise be limited in the amount of compensation they can receive. This change could provide greater financial security and support for these workers and their families during the recovery process.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the draft ready for delivery stage, meaning it has been prepared for introduction to the state legislature. If approved, the elimination of the benefit cap would likely be implemented immediately, with the retroactive application affecting all existing and future workers' compensation claims.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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