If the maximum temporary disability rate for 2010 is $986.69, and the calculated two-thirds rate would be $1,200, what is the actual TD rate?

If the maximum temporary disability rate for 2010 is $986.69, and the calculated two-thirds rate would be $1,200, what is the actual TD rate?

• A. $1,200.00
• B. $986.69
• C. $600.00
• D. $800.00

Answer: (B)

Temporary disability payments are calculated as two-thirds of the worker’s average weekly wage, but they cannot exceed the year's maximum TD rate. Here, two-thirds would be $1,200, which is higher than the 2010 maximum of $986.69. Therefore, the actual TD rate is capped at the maximum, $986.69.

Temporary disability payments are calculated as two-thirds of the worker’s average weekly wage, but they cannot exceed the year's maximum TD rate. Here, two-thirds would be $1,200, which is higher than the 2010 maximum of $986.69. Therefore, the actual TD rate is capped at the maximum, $986.69.