Mississippi SB2343 would increase the maximum total recovery for workers' compensation and remove the cap on permanent total disability compensation.
Mississippi SB2343 amends the state's workers' compensation law to increase the maximum total recovery for employees and remove the cap on permanent total disability compensation. The bill specifies that compensation for permanent total disability shall be paid to the employee until death. It also adjusts the compensation rates for various types of injuries and disfigurements, including loss of limbs, vision, hearing, and other body parts. The bill sets a maximum limit of 520 weeks for compensation payments and includes provisions for dependents of deceased employees.
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