Under Workers' Compensation law, how many types of disability are there?

Under Workers' Compensation law, there are four recognized types of disability, which are typically categorized as:

1. Temporary Total Disability (TTD) - This occurs when a worker is entirely unable to perform any work for a certain period due to an injury or illness, but is expected to recover and eventually return to work.

2. Temporary Partial Disability (TPD) - This applies when a worker can perform some work but not at the full capacity they had before the injury. They may still receive compensation to help cover the difference in earnings.

3. Permanent Total Disability (PTD) - This type indicates that a worker has sustained an injury that is deemed permanent and has completely disabled them from performing any form of work.

4. Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) - This type refers to a permanent impairment that affects the ability of the worker to perform certain jobs, but the worker can still engage in some work.

Recognizing these categories is crucial for understanding how compensation is calculated and administered in the context of Workers' Compensation law, as they determine the benefits an injured worker may receive. This comprehensive classification helps ensure that workers are appropriately compensated based on the extent of their disabilities resulting from workplace injuries or illnesses.