Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Glossary of Terms
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Testimony . Evidence delivered by a witness at a legal proceeding either orally at the proceeding or in the written form of an affidavit or deposition.
Third-party lawsuit . In workers compensation law, when an injury is caused by the act or failure to act of a party other than the employer, that party is the "third party," and the injured worker may file a lawsuit against that party. An example of a third-party lawsuit in a workplace injury case would be a products liability suit against the manufacturer of a defective tool.
Tinnitus . A ringing or roaring sound in one or both ears.
Tipstaff . Court-appointed officer whose duty it is to serve the judge in a variety of ways while court is in session. See bailiff .
Total disability . Work-related injury that results in a total loss of earning power. This requires an incapacity to perform any gainful work while incapacitated. Benefits at the total disability rate are generally two-thirds of wages up to a maximum compensation rate. An injured worker will be paid total disability for a work-related injury if, after an examination, it is determined that the worker's impairment rating under the American Medical Association's "Guide to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment" is equal to or greater than 50 percent for as long as the disability lasts. If the workers impairment is less than 50 percent, the worker is entitled to only 104 weeks of total disability. After this time, they could possibly receive partial disability benefits for an additional 500 weeks at the same compensation rate for a maximum of 604 weeks.
Transcript . Official written copy of proceedings in a case, including hearings, depositions, and trial. Usually made by a court reporter .
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