Louisiana Workers Compensation Benefits

Complete guide to workers comp benefits, filing deadlines, and rules in Louisiana (LA).

Max Weekly Benefit

$896

Benefit Duration

Until maximum medical improvement or 520 weeks

Waiting Period

7 days (retroactive after 42 days)

Filing Deadline

1 year from date of injury

Average Settlement

$15,000 – $45,000

State Fund Available

Yes

Key Facts About Louisiana Workers Comp

  • •Louisiana Workers' Compensation Corporation (LWCC) is the state fund
  • •All employers must carry coverage
  • •Benefits are 66⅔% of average weekly wage
  • •Louisiana has a longer retroactive period than most states

Common Industries in Louisiana

Workers in these Louisiana industries file the most workers compensation claims:

Oil & GasPetrochemicalsAgricultureShippingConstruction

How to File a Workers Comp Claim in Louisiana

  1. Report your injury to your employer as soon as possible. Louisiana requires prompt written notice.
  2. Seek medical treatment from an authorized provider. Your employer or their insurer may have specific physician requirements.
  3. File your claim with Louisiana's workers compensation board before the deadline: 1 year from date of injury.
  4. Follow your treatment plan and keep records of all medical visits, expenses, and time missed from work.

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