The maximum average monthly wage, which is used as a cap on the amount an injured worker can collect in indemnity benefits, is increasing 2.1% for injuries sustained on or after Jan. 1, 2016, the Arizona Industrial Commission announced.
The maximum monthly wage for 2016 injuries will increase to $4,428.91 from $4,337.82.
Injured workers are entitled to temporary disability indemnity benefits at 66.67% of their average monthly wage at the time of injury. The maximum TD benefit shall not exceed 66.67% of the maximum average monthly wage.
Historically, the maximum TD benefit was set in sta...
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