Calculate Schedule Loss of Use benefits for extremity injuries under New York Workers' Compensation Law §15(3). Includes prior award deductions, attorney fee, and net to claimant.
Schedule Loss of Use (SLU) is a fixed benefit available to injured workers in New York State under Workers' Compensation Law §15(3). Unlike permanent partial disability benefits, SLU provides a predetermined number of weeks of benefits based on the specific body part injured and the degree of permanent loss of use.
How SLU Works: The law assigns a maximum number of weeks to each body part. The benefit is calculated by multiplying the percentage of loss of use by the maximum weeks for that body part, then multiplying by the worker's SLU rate (2/3 of AWW, capped at the statutory maximum for the date of injury).
Prior Weeks Paid at TT (PHP): Weeks paid at the temporary total rate during the healing period may be credited and added to the SLU calculation, depending on the body part schedule.
Attorney Fee: Under WCL §24, attorneys are typically awarded 15% of the moving (new money) portion of any SLU award. This calculator shows the full breakdown: total value, prior deduction, moving amount, attorney fee (15%), and net to claimant.
| Body Part | Max Weeks | PHP Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| Arm | 312 | 32 |
| Hand | 244 | 32 |
| Leg | 288 | 40 |
| Foot | 205 | 32 |
| Thumb | 75 | 24 |
| 1st Finger (Index) | 46 | 18 |
| 2nd Finger (Middle) | 30 | 12 |
| 3rd Finger (Ring) | 25 | 8 |
| 4th Finger (Pinky) | 15 | 8 |
| Great Toe | 38 | 12 |
| Other Toe (2nd–5th) | 16 | 8 |
| Eye | 160 | 20 |
| One Ear | 60 | 0 |
| Binaural (Both Ears) | 150 | 0 |
PHP = Prior weeks paid at the temporary total (healing) rate, which may be added to the SLU calculation depending on specific circumstances.
Disclaimer: This calculator is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. SLU calculations are based on current New York State Workers' Compensation Law §15(3) and Department of Financial Services regulations. Actual awards are determined by the Workers' Compensation Board and may vary based on medical evidence, hearing decisions, and specific case circumstances. Consult a qualified workers' compensation attorney for guidance on your specific case.