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Workers' comp cases with head injuries settle for the most money compared to settlements for all other body parts.

Strains and sprains are by far the most common on-the-job injury for workers. Strains and sprains usually happen when employees are carrying or handling materials. ing to the Travelers Companies, 1.5 million workers submit workers' compensation claims for sprains and strains every year in the United States.

1. $13.2 million workers comp settlement for ironworker struck by a car (California) Wanting a better life for his family, 30-year-old San Diego resident Rafael Pineda agreed to relocate more than 200 miles away from his wife and three kids to work as an ironworker for an industrial project in Long Beach.

The most costly lost-time workers' compensation claims by part of body are for those involving the head or central nervous system. These injuries averaged $93,942 per claim filed in 2019 and 2020. The next highest costs were for injuries involving multiple body parts ($62,859).

How Much Is the Average Workers' Comp Settlement in California? The average workers' compensation settlement lands between $2,000 and $20,000. This is a wide range because the settlement depends upon the severity of the injury and the accident.

How much compensation can you receive for the loss of a limb? Type of amputationRange of compensationLoss of both feet£158,970 to £189,110Loss of one leg below the knee£91,950 to £124,800Loss of one leg above the knee£93,380 to £129,010Loss of both legs below the knee£189,110 to £253,4808 more rows

Typically, the employer and employee work together to determine the total weekly compensation to be paid (not to exceed 162 weeks). This number is then multiplied by 60% of the employee's AWW to determine total compensation.