Question 1

What is the statute of limitations for workers' compensation in Alabama?

Accepted Answer

Claims must be filed within 2 years of the date of the accident or 2 years from the last payment of compensation (not medical payments). (Ala. Code § 25-5-80)

Question 2

What is Alabama's law on ttd benefits?

Accepted Answer

TTD rate: 66 2/3% of average weekly wage. Maximum: $1,172/week (July 2025-June 2026). Minimum: $322/week. Duration: up to 300 weeks. 3-day waiting period; if disability exceeds 21 days, first 3 days paid retroactively. (Ala. Code § 25-5-68)

Question 3

What is Alabama's law on employer coverage threshold?

Accepted Answer

Employers with 5 or more employees must carry workers' compensation. Construction industry: 1 or more employees. (Ala. Code § 25-5-1)

Question 4

What is Alabama's law on absolute employer immunity?

Accepted Answer

Workers' compensation is the exclusive remedy against the employer — even for intentional conduct. This is stricter than most states. Co-employees can only be sued for willful conduct (not negligence or wantonness). (Ala. Code §§ 25-5-52, 25-5-53, 25-5-11(a))

Question 5

What is Alabama's law on retaliatory discharge?

Accepted Answer

It is unlawful to terminate an employee solely for filing a workers' compensation claim. The employee can sue for retaliatory discharge. (Ala. Code § 25-5-11.1)

Question 6

What is Alabama's law on ppd maximum rate?

Accepted Answer

The PPD maximum rate is significantly lower than TTD: $220/week. This substantial gap between TTD and PPD rates is notable compared to other states. (Ala. Code § 25-5-68)

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