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Connecticut Shoulder Injury Workers' Comp Settlement (2026)

Connecticut's statute does not list the shoulder separately. A shoulder loss of use is usually applied to the arm schedule — 208 weeks for the master arm, 194 for the other — at 75% of after-tax average weekly wage, capped at $1,175 a week from October 2026.

How Connecticut pays a shoulder injury

  • How a shoulder rating is applied depends on the medical rating and the commissioner.
  • The specific-indemnity cap is lower than the TTD maximum: $1,175 from October 2026 and $1,220 for October 2025 – September 2026, with a $50 minimum.
  • The master arm is your dominant arm.

Connecticut shoulder settlement math: an example

  1. A 10% loss of use of the master arm at $1,000 after-tax wage: 20.8 weeks × $750.00 = $15,600.00.

Arithmetic with chosen inputs, not a typical rating or an observed settlement. A settlement can also resolve wage benefits and future medical care.

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Connecticut shoulder injury FAQ

Is there a shoulder schedule in Connecticut workers' comp?+

No. The statute lists the arm (208 weeks master, 194 other), not the shoulder. How a shoulder rating is applied depends on the medical rating and the judge.

What is a 10% master-arm rating worth in Connecticut?+

20.8 weeks × 75% of after-tax wage; at $1,000 after-tax that is $15,600.00.

What is the Connecticut weekly cap for a permanent award?+

$1,175 from October 1, 2026 and $1,220 for October 2025 – September 2026.

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These calculations are estimates based on your inputs and general workers' compensation formulas. Actual benefits depend on state law, your specific injury, employer insurance carrier, and other factors. This is not legal advice. Consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney for guidance specific to your claim.