Permanent Disability
/ˈpɜrmənənt dɪsˈeɪbəlɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) A lasting impairment that reduces a person's ability to work or perform daily activities, recognized under law typically in contexts like workers' compensation or disability benefits.
The employee was awarded compensation due to her permanent disability resulting from the workplace accident.
Forms
- permanent disability
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Commentary
Permanent disability is a crucial term in compensation and benefits law, often requiring medical evidence to establish its extent and permanency.
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