Getting approved for SSDI benefits with your first application is rare, but there are things you can do to increase the likelihood your application is approved. Winning your benefits with your first application is critical, because you will receive benefits faster and you can stay out of the financial pitfalls associated with waiting for appeals […]
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How NY State Compares to Other States for Workers’ Compensation Cases —Useful Information from a Workers Comp Lawyer in NY
Workers’ compensation claims are filed each day around the United States, but there are some states that may see a higher volume of these claims than others. New York has had its fair share of workers comp cases, but it is interesting to see how New York compares to other states such as California, Texas, […]
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Unfortunately, many applicants are denied disability benefits the first time they apply. Understanding why your claim was denied is important as it will help you know what your claim was missing or where your claim can be approved. This will help improve your chances of success during the appeal process. Reasons like lack of proper […]
Keep ReadingWhat is Workers’ Compensation Fraud? —Useful Advice from a Workers’ Comp Attorney in NY
Workers’ compensation insurance was designed to protect employees that are injured on the job. This insurance is meant to compensate an employee for lost wages, medical costs and other expenses while they recover from their work-related injury. While the majority of workers’ compensation claims filed in NY are legitimate, there are some that are not. […]
Keep ReadingTop Categories for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Claims
—Useful Advice from a Social Security Disability Lawyer To qualify for SSDI, you must have one of the medical impairments or conditions listed by the Social Security Administration (SSA). While there is a long list of accepted impairments and conditions, some are more commonly found in SSDI claims in Albany , NY than others. Regardless […]
Keep ReadingHow Much Will I Collect on My Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) Claim in NY?
—Advice from a Social Security Disability Lawyer in Albany, NY Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a widely misunderstood government benefit program. Individuals that apply for benefits are often shocked at how little they receive, or if they can receive payments at all. If you are applying for SSDI, the amount you receive is based […]
Keep ReadingCan I Return to Work and Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits?
—Advice from a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Albany, NY For most injured parties, workers’ compensation is meant to hold them over financially until they are medically able to return to work. However, if you are an injured employee returning to work, you may wonder how it will affect their workers’ compensation payments , especially if […]
Keep ReadingApplying for an SSDI Claim in NY
—Useful Advice from a Social Security Disability Lawyer Filing for disability is not necessary difficult, but one simple mistake will result in an automatic denial. Most claims are initially denied due to errors or omissions, which is why it is important that anyone filing a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim in NY understands the […]
Keep ReadingThe Top Job Categories for Workers’ Comp Claims
—Tips from a Work Injury Attorney in New York Workplace injuries can happen in any type of job; from construction to desk work to field sales. However, there are some job categories that see a higher rate of injuries and workers’ compensation claims than others. Regardless of the industry you are in, if you suffer […]
Keep ReadingHow Much Will I Collect?
Useful Advice from a Workers’ Comp Lawyer After an injury on the job, you will have a lot of questions and concerns. The most important concerns should be about getting immediate medical care. The next thing on your mind will be how much in workers’ compensation benefits you are eligible to recover. There are a […]
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