What’s Your Permanent Disability Rating Worth?
Understanding PD Ratings & Payment Timelines in California Workers’ Comp
PD Rating Basics
Permanent Disability (PD) Rating = A percentage (0%–100%) that reflects how much your injury affects your ability to work and function long-term.
Estimated Payment Timeline by Rating
Based on CA DWC Disability Schedule (varies slightly by wage & date of injury)
Don't Let the Insurance Company Underrate You
Insurers use biased doctors and vague reports to lowball your rating — costing you $10,000s in benefits. If your report doesn’t tell the full story:
- You can dispute the rating
- You can request a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME)
- You can fight for more money
How EFLL Helps
Employees First Labor Law fights to:
Raise your PD rating with expert medical support
Maximize your total payout
Secure lifetime care or settlements if appropriate
Go to court if the insurer won’t pay what you’re owed
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