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Temporary financial benefits come in two basic forms in Oklahoma Workers Compensation Cases - Temporary Total and Temporary Partial
Temporary Total Disability benefits ("TTD")
If you are unable to work for your employer due to physician restrictions resulting from your injuries, you are entitled to TTD benefits.
Your TDD rate is equal to 70% of your "average weekly wages" up to the state's average weekly wage. ($717 per week for injuries from November 1, 2009 through October 31, 2010)
Your TDD benefits are NOT taxable, but can still be seized to satisfy certain debts such as child support.
TERMINATING TTD
While an , most insurance carriers will wait to do so until you are receive a release from their chosen treating physician to do so.
However, if you have a claim filed, you have statutory protections limiting the termination of your TTD checks. Filing a claim definitely has its benefits to a claimant.
Temporary Partial Disability benefits ("TPD")
When you are not TTD because you are working, you may be entitled to TPD benefits. TPD is designed to bring your wages up to the TTD rate where your employment is decreased due to your rehabilitation period. If you are missing work for doctor's appointments or physical therapy, you need to look to see if you can get this benefit.
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