The maximum weekly benefit for injuries occurring on or after Jan. 1 will increase by 4.7%, the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Court announced.
The maximum weekly benefit will increase to $1,029 from $983. The minimum weekly benefit remains unchanged at $49.
The maximum benefit rate equals 100% of Nebraska’s average weekly wage.
The court said previous maximum benefit rates will continue to apply to injuries and illnesses occurring during their effective dates.
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