When you apply for workers’ compensation, you need to accurately report your injuries and provide documentation as requested. The Workers’ Compensation Bureau (WCB), rightfully, wants to be sure that it is paying benefits only to those who are actually hurt, not anyone looking to take advantage of the system. To this end, the WCB… Read more
We have covered a variety of aspects regarding filing for Social Security Disability. We have previously discussed the fact that you have to have a qualifying disability. You also have to have a suitable work history. If you recall, SSD is a different program than Supplemental Security Income, which doesn’t require you to have a… Read more
One of the top questions that we are asked is “does a pre-existing condition prevent me from getting workers’ compensation benefits?” The Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act specifically addresses this situation, and establishes rules that allow those with pre-existing conditions to receive benefits in some, but not all, situations. In the video below, attorney Matt… Read more
Having to apply for benefits through the Social Security Agency is something that many people hope they will never have to do. If the time comes when you need to apply for benefits, there are several decisions that you have to decide. The first of these will be which program you should apply under. In… Read more
“Do I have to take a light duty job?” When you’ve suffered a work injury and are unable to perform your regular duties, you may eventually be offered to chance to return to work and perform a light duty job. But what if you don’t feel that you can return to work? What if you… Read more
The time between suffering a work injury and receiving workers’ comp benefits can be difficult, especially from a financial standpoint. Your paycheck stops coming in because you aren’t working, but benefits have not kicked in yet. But your bills keep coming in, rent or mortgage payments keep coming due, and other expenses quickly pile up…. Read more
Many people realize that Supplemental Security Income provides people who meet certain criteria with a monthly income. SSI is only for people who have limited resources and little to no income. The recipient must also be disabled, blind or over 65 years old. This program is different from Social Security Disability Insurance because recipients of… Read more
We recently added some new workers’ compensation FAQs to our YouTube channel. Check out the workers’ compensation video playlist for answers to questions such as: Can my attorney loan me money until my settlement? Is the Workers’ Compensation insurance allowed to take surveillance? If I am offered a light duty job while receiving Workers’ Comp… Read more
In Pennsylvania, employees can receive workers’ compensation benefits, while independent contractors typically cannot. While this seems like a straightforward issue, in reality it is one of the most complicated areas of workers’ comp law. A recent case handled by Martin Law shows just how complex this area of the law can be and how something… Read more
Recipients of Social Security Disability Insurance have probably been following the news closely since it was announced that the SSDI trust fund will likely go broke by late 2016. In a recent development, brought on by the government attempting to keep SSD benefits funded, it has come to light that $371.5 million in overpayments have… Read more
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