Increase in Compensation Rates 11/1/08

For work-related injuries occurring on or after November 1, 2008 the rates of compensation for temporary total disability (TTD), permanent total disability (PTD), and death benefits will increase to $683 per week, and to $342 for permanent partial disability (PPD).The court administrator is required to a adjust the rates every three years. These rates will be effective until October 31, 2011.These rates are based on the published notice from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission which finds the state average weekly wage is $682.61.