SECTION 132.1. Calculation of Death Benefits

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Death benefits shall be computed by multiplying the employee's average weekly wage by .75. The amount paid shall not exceed 100% of the state average weekly wage as determined by the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission and in effect on the date of injury. A claim for death benefits shall be filed as required by §122.100 of this title (relating to Claim for Death Benefits).

Source Note: The provisions of this §132.1 adopted to be effective January 1, 1991, 15 TexReg 7023.

                    
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