Legal Question in Workers Comp in Texas

Partial Loss of Trigger Finger at Work

I lost part of my trigger finger at work (approx 1/4'' lower than first joint line). I lost it doing a standard job using a standard appendage and was not at fault. The portion of the finger had to be amputated. Under Texas DWC, how much am I entitled to?


Asked on 5/08/09, 11:17 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Donald McLeaish McLeaish&Associates;, P.C.

Re: Partial Loss of Trigger Finger at Work

there is no definit amount but impairment is decided by AMA guidelines..but did you miss any work??if so, you will be sent to designated doctor for date of max medical improvment and impairment rating..

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Answered on 5/08/09, 3:27 pm


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