VOLUNTEER FIREFIGHTER BENEFIT RATE UPDATE

We received several questions recently about the firm benefit rate applicable to the volunteer firefighters who sustain injuries in the course of and arising out of their volunteer capacity as a firefighter. Specifically, there have been questions about the current...

MAXIMUM BENEFIT RATE FOR 2024 RAISED TO $1,094.00

On January 1, 2024, the maximum weekly indemnity benefit rate under the Nebraska Workers’ Compensation Act will increase to $1,094.00. This amount will apply to work-related injuries and illnesses occurring on or after January 1, 2024. The new figure, $1,094.00,...