Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation
Specific Loss & Amputation
Attorney
Losing a limb or the permanent use of a body part changes everything. Pennsylvania law entitles you to specific loss benefits — and Cherry Injury Law makes sure you receive every week of compensation you are owed.
What Is a Specific Loss Claim?
Under the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act, a "specific loss" refers to the permanent loss — or permanent loss of use — of a scheduled body part as a result of a work injury. Unlike general disability benefits, specific loss benefits are paid according to a fixed schedule set by the legislature: a set number of weeks of compensation for each body part.
These benefits are owed in addition to any wage loss benefits you received while recovering. Even if you returned to work, you are still entitled to receive specific loss compensation for the permanent loss itself.
Amputation
Loss of a finger, hand, arm, toe, foot, or leg — full or partial — entitles you to a scheduled benefit under Pennsylvania law.
Loss of Use
When a limb or body part is permanently rendered useless, PA law treats it the same as amputation for benefit purposes.
Vision Loss
Total or partial loss of sight in one or both eyes resulting from a workplace accident or occupational exposure.
Hearing Loss
Occupational hearing loss caused by prolonged workplace noise exposure — a common and often undercompensated specific loss claim.
Serious Disfigurement
Permanent, serious disfigurement of the head, face, or neck caused by a work injury entitles you to additional compensation.
Denied Specific Loss Claims
Insurers routinely dispute the degree of loss or argue the injury was pre-existing. We fight back with medical evidence.
Third-Party Claims
When defective equipment or a negligent contractor caused your amputation, you may have a separate civil claim on top of workers' comp.
Benefit Schedule Maximization
PA law sets a specific number of weeks of compensation per body part. We ensure you receive the maximum weeks at the correct wage rate.
Pennsylvania Specific Loss Benefit Schedule
PA law sets a fixed number of weeks of compensation for each body part. The actual dollar value depends on your average weekly wage at the time of injury.
Source: Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act § 306(c). Weeks are paid at your applicable compensation rate.
Why Choose Cherry Injury Law for Your Specific Loss Claim
We Know the Specific Loss Schedule Inside and Out
Pennsylvania's specific loss benefit schedule is precise — but insurers routinely undervalue claims by disputing the degree of loss or misclassifying the injury. We ensure every week of compensation you are owed is claimed.
We Handle the Medical Evidence Battle
Specific loss claims live and die on medical documentation. We work with treating physicians and, when necessary, independent medical experts to establish the full extent of your loss.
Decades of Pennsylvania Workers' Comp Experience
Cherry Injury Law has represented injured Pennsylvania workers for decades. Specific loss cases — including amputations, loss of use, and disfigurement — are a core part of what we do.
No Fee Unless We Win
You pay nothing unless we recover benefits for you. Our fee is a percentage of what we win — so we are motivated to maximize your recovery, not just settle quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
You Lost a Limb. You Deserve Full Compensation.
Cherry Injury Law has fought for injured Pennsylvania workers for decades. We know the specific loss schedule, we know the insurers' tactics, and we know how to win. Call today — there is no fee unless we recover for you.