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I shattered my tib fib and dislocated my ankle in Alabama. I am going in later this month so the Doctor can fuse my ankle, he has said that there really is no other option. Due to the fact that I am to young for a ankle replacement. Doctor has also told me that I will have to find a job where I can sit all day. I do not have the schooling needed, and will have to go back to school. Should I expect to get compensated for school, and should I be getting a settlement?
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no Alabama has no vocational rehabilitation benefits.
you will be eligible for permanent partial disability benefits in addition to your temporary disability and medical treatment.
more about Alabama comp benefits here:
http://labor.alabama.gov/wc/benefits.aspx
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Thank you for your feedback. Should I be trying to file a partial disability with the SSA? What could I be expecting as a settlement? Is it the 300 weeks at the rate that I'm being paid now?
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SSA has different criteria for determining benefits but you can try.
yes, the rate is the same but the weeks vary depending on the extent of your disability. a doctor will determine your rating percentage when you have reached maximum medical improvement.
it's only 300 weeks for unscheduled ratings.
the schedule is here
http://alisondb.legislature.state.al.us/...5-5-57.htm
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