Educational tool from Laguna Law Firm • Orange County & Southern California
Important Disclaimer
This calculator provides educational estimates only and is not legal advice. Actual benefits depend on medical reports (QME/AME), the final permanent disability rating after age and occupation adjustments, apportionment, return-to-work status, and other factors. California law is complex. For an accurate evaluation of your claim, contact a qualified California workers' compensation attorney. No attorney-client relationship is created by using this tool.
Average weekly wage is calculated from your earnings in the year before injury (includes overtime and regular bonuses when applicable).
This is the final adjusted rating after whole person impairment, occupation, and age factors. If you only have a WPI from a doctor, the final PD is often higher.
Most claims are limited to 104 weeks of temporary disability within a five-year period. Enter how many weeks you expect (or have already received).
A timely offer of regular, modified, or alternative work can reduce the permanent disability award in some cases.
Average Weekly Wage
$1,000.00
Temporary Disability (TTD)
$666.67 / week
Est. total: $10,666.72 for 16 weeks
Permanent Disability (PD)
$290.00 / week
50.5 weeks scheduled
Est. PD award: $14,645.00
Life Pension
Ratings of 70% or higher also qualify for a life pension after the PD weeks end. This can add significant long-term value.
Supplemental Job Displacement Benefit
$6,000 voucher
Available if you do not return to work for the same employer (subject to eligibility rules)
Rough Indemnity Estimate
$25,312
TD + PD only. Does not include future medical care, which is often substantial in settlements.
Rates reflect 2026 California maximums and the Labor Code §4658 weeks schedule for injuries on or after January 1, 2013. Your actual numbers may differ.
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If your injury prevents you from working temporarily, you may be entitled to temporary disability (TD) benefits. These benefits are designed to replace a portion of your lost wages while you recover. In California, TD benefits are generally two-thirds of your average weekly wages, up to a maximum limit set by the state.
If your injury prevents you from returning to your previous job, you may qualify for Supplemental Job Displacement Benefits (SJDB). This benefit provides a voucher that can be used for education, retraining, or skill enhancement at an accredited school or training program.
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