For the ordinary injury there is no minimum benefit. However, a worker who suffers a specific loss is entitled to a minimum benefit equal to 25 percent of the state average weekly wage. The same applies to a worker who is totally and permanently disabled.  In the case of death, the dependents of a deceased worker are entitled to a minimum benefit equal to 50 percent of the state average weekly wage.

A listing of the state average weekly wage and the various percentages can be found on State Average Weekly Wage & Maximum Benefit Amounts from 1982-Present.