What occurs if an employee's monthly income exceeds the established limits when temporary total disability benefits are calculated?

If an employee's monthly income exceeds the established limits when temporary total disability benefits are calculated, the benefits remain capped at the maximum level. This means that there is a predefined ceiling on the amount of benefits that can be awarded, regardless of the employee's actual earnings. The rationale behind this is to ensure that the benefits align with the intent of providing support during a temporary disability while also maintaining a balance within the overall benefits system.

This capping mechanism helps to prevent excessive payouts that could financially burden the program while ensuring that those who have lost income due to a disability still receive meaningful support. By setting a maximum limit, the system remains sustainable and equitable for all employees.

In contrast, disqualifying an employee for exceeding the income limit would effectively strip them of all assistance, which is not the intended purpose of disability benefits. Doubling payments is not a standard practice as it would not align with the purpose of providing temporary financial relief. Similarly, calculating only a portion for benefits would often lead to confusion and inconsistency, deviating from standardized benefit structures that are crucial for equitable administration of disability claims.