How is My Average Weekly Wage Calculated in Pennsylvania?

Calculating Your AWW: The Foundation of Your PA Workers’ Comp BenefitsYour “average weekly wage” (AWW) is the most important number in your Pennsylvania workers’ compensation case. It is the foundation upon which your lost wage benefits are calculated. This video will demystify the process of calculating your AWW, ensuring you understand how this critical figure is determined.
The Four-Quarter Rule: We’ll explain how the AWW is calculated based on your earnings in the four quarters (or the year) leading up to your injury. This is a complex calculation, but we’ll break it down into easy-to-understand terms. We’ll also explain what happens if you haven’t been working for your employer for a full year.
What to Include in the Calculation: We’ll clarify that your AWW is based on your gross wages, not your net pay. We’ll also explain that it should include wages from all jobs you held at the time of your injury, as well as things like:
- Overtime pay
- Bonuses
- Tips(if reported to the IRS)
- Vacation pay
The Importance of Accuracy:We’ll emphasize why it’s crucial to have your AWW calculated correctly. An error in this calculation, whether by your employer or the insurance company, can result in you being underpaid for the entire duration of your claim.
Don’t Let Them Make a Mistake: This video is for any injured Pennsylvania worker who is concerned about the accuracy of their benefit payments. We’ll empower you with the knowledge to double-check the insurance company’s math and ensure you are getting the full benefits you are entitled to.