Scheduled Member Injuries in Nebraska and Iowa

Every profession has its own lingo – words and phrases that may not make sense to the world at large. One of those expressions in the workers’ compensation universe is “scheduled member.” 

A scheduled member injury occurs when an employee loses the use of a body part due to amputation or permanent injury. 

The remedies for such a loss are specific and limited by workers’ compensation laws. The benefit for loss of a body part is two-thirds of the employee’s average weekly wage (subject to maximum and minimum weekly benefits) multiplied by a set number of weeks.

So, for example, if an employee in Nebraska who earned $1,000 per week lost the use of his or her thumb, the calculated payment would be $1000. x .6667 = $666.70 x 60 = $40,002. This payment would be in addition to any other benefits due, such as medical expenses.

Following are examples of weeks of scheduled member compensation in Nebraska and Iowa:

Body PartNumber of weeks in NebraskaNumber of weeks in Iowa
Thumb60 weeks60 weeks
Index finger35 weeks35 weeks
Second finger30 weeks30 weeks
Third finger20 weeks25 weeks
Little finger16 weeks20 weeks
Big toe30 weeks40 weeks
Toes other than big toe10 weeks15 weeks
Hand175 weeks190 weeks
Arm225 weeks250 weeks
Foot150 weeks150 weeks
Leg215 weeks220 weeks
Eye125 weeks140 weeks
Hearing in one ear50 weeks50 weeks

The permanent loss of two or more body parts is sometimes considered a whole body injury.

If you have suffered an injury that resulted in permanent loss of a body part, call Putnam Law to ensure your right to compensation. 

About Jeff

Jeffrey F Putnam is a personal injury attorney and workers’ compensation attorney located in Omaha, Nebraska. If you have head, neck, or back injuries from your job or an auto accident, call today.

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