Virginia § 51.1-1131 - Supplemental benefits for catastrophic disability
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 51.1-1131 — Supplemental benefits for catastrophic disability, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51.1-1131. Supplemental benefits for catastrophic disability
Disability benefits shall be increased to eighty percent of creditable compensation for any disabled participating employee who (i) is unable to perform at least two of the six activities of daily living due to a loss of functional capacity or (ii) requires substantial supervision to protect the employee from threats to health and safety as a result of severe cognitive impairment. Determination of whether a participating employee satisfies either of these conditions shall be made in accordance with the policies of the Board or its designee.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 51.1-1131
What does Code of Virginia § 51.1-1131 cover?
Section 51.1-1131 ("Supplemental benefits for catastrophic disability") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Virginia § 51.1-1131?
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