North Carolina Workers Comp Settlement Calculator

Estimate your North Carolina workers compensation benefits. Covers Temporary Total Disability (TTD), Permanent Partial Disability (PPD), and Permanent Total Disability (PTD) benefits based on 2026 laws.

66.7% Benefit Rate$1,282/wk Cap (2026)AMA Scheduled WeeksMax TTD: 500 Weeks

For informational purposes only. This calculator provides estimates — not legal advice. Results vary based on your specific circumstances, state law, and insurance. Consult a licensed personal injury attorney in North Carolina for guidance on your case.

WC_AD_SLOT_TOP

North Carolina Workers Comp Settlement Calculator

Estimate TTD, PPD, or PTD benefits based on your state's workers comp rates

WC_AD_SLOT_BOTTOM

How North Carolina Workers' Comp Settlements Work

In North Carolina, workers' compensation provides a crucial safety net for employees injured in the course of their employment. The system is designed to provide wage replacement and medical benefits without the need to prove employer negligence.

Under North Carolina law, your temporary total disability (TTD) benefits are calculated at 66.7% of your Average Weekly Wage (AWW). This amount is subject to a strict weekly cap of $1,282 per week. The maximum duration you can receive TTD benefits is 500 weeks.

Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) benefits compensate you if you suffer a permanent loss of function after reaching maximum medical recovery. In North Carolina, PPD is calculated using the AMA Scheduled Weeks method (where each body part is worth a specific number of benefit weeks).

Frequently Asked Questions

How is a workers comp settlement calculated?

Unlike personal injury cases, workers compensation settlements do not include pain and suffering. Instead, they are calculated using a strict formula based on your average weekly wage (AWW), your state's benefit rate (typically 66.67%), and the number of benefit weeks assigned to your specific injury. For permanent partial disability (PPD), the formula is: AWW × benefit rate × impairment weeks × (impairment rating % / 100). The total weekly benefit is also subject to your state's weekly cap.

What is an impairment rating and how does it affect my settlement?

An impairment rating is a percentage between 0% and 100% assigned by a treating physician or an independent medical examiner once you reach Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI). This rating represents the permanent loss of function in your injured body part or body as a whole. A higher impairment rating directly increases your settlement value by multiplying the maximum scheduled weeks allowed for that body part under state law.

Should I get an attorney for my workers comp claim?

While you are not required to hire an attorney, data from the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) shows that represented workers receive higher settlements on average — often yielding a 25% average uplift in payout even after accounting for attorney fees. Workers comp attorneys can help negotiate lump-sum amounts, dispute low impairment ratings, and ensure medical treatment is fully covered.

What is the difference between TTD, PPD, and PTD benefits?

Temporary Total Disability (TTD) pays weekly wage replacement (usually 66.67% of AWW) while you are completely unable to work during your active recovery. Permanent Partial Disability (PPD) compensates you for permanent, partial impairment of a body part (like a finger or arm) after reaching maximum recovery. Permanent Total Disability (PTD) provides ongoing or lump-sum benefits if you are permanently and completely unable to perform any gainful employment.

How accurate is this workers comp settlement calculator?

This calculator provides an estimate of your potential settlement based on state-specific rates, caps, and the formulas defined by law. However, actual workers comp settlements are negotiated agreements. Factors such as disputed medical evidence, pre-existing conditions, future medical cost projections, and the negotiation skills of your attorney will ultimately decide your final settlement amount. Use this tool as a starting estimate, not a legal guarantee.

Get Your North Carolina Estimate Now

Insurance adjusters utilize detailed tables and calculator software to establish standard payouts. Make sure you understand the statutory rates and caps that apply to your case.

Scroll back to the top of the page to enter your wages and compute a localized workers' comp settlement range.

Workers Comp Settlement Calculator by State

Select your state for a workers compensation calculator reflecting local replacement rates, weekly caps, and body part schedules.

Important Disclaimer

The settlement estimates produced by this calculator are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. The multiplier method and per diem method are commonly used formulas — but actual settlement values depend on factors this tool cannot assess: liability disputes, comparative fault findings, insurance policy limits, medical documentation quality, attorney negotiation, and applicable state law in North Carolina.

No attorney-client relationship is created by using this tool. Consult with a licensed personal injury attorney in North Carolina before making any decisions. Most attorneys offer free consultations and work on contingency.

Pain and suffering caps, fault rules, and statutes of limitations change. Always verify legal details with a qualified attorney or official state sources.

No personal data collected

Free to use — no signup

Updated for 2025 state laws