5 Common Mistakes To Watch Out For When Filing A VA Disability Claim
Whether it’s your first time filing a claim or you have already been through the process, getting your disability benefits approved can be an uphill battle. Navigating the legal system is time-cons... Continue Reading
How To Prepare For Your Social Security Disability Hearing
Getting denied SSDI benefits can be frustrating, but you’re certainly not alone. The SSA rejects a whopping 63% of SSDI applications each year. If you still want to claim your benefits, you must fi... Continue Reading
Can You File A Workers’ Comp Claim If You’re Responsible For Your Work Injury?
Getting involved in an injury at work can happen anytime, affecting over 100,000 New Yorkers yearly. Thankfully, the state has strict workers’ comp laws that ensure almost every injured worker rece... Continue Reading
Proposed Bill Would Give Full VA Disability Benefits To Over 40,000 Veterans
Congressmen Raul Ruiz and Gus Bilirakis re-introduced the Major Richard Star Act earlier this month. Unlike most measures, this one has received massive bipartisan support from both legislative bra... Continue Reading
How Can SSA Grid Rules Affect Your SSDI Claim?
If you’re applying for SSDI and are over 50, your medical condition isn’t the only factor that matters. The SSA has other guidelines to determine disability status, such as grid rules. Depending on... Continue Reading
Can You Choose A Workers’ Comp Doctor In New York?
If you were the victim of a work injury, you might wonder whether you’re legally allowed to choose your doctor to treat your injuries. Every state has specific laws surrounding the right of workers... Continue Reading
How To Qualify For VA Disability With PTSD
Suffering from Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can make daily tasks like finding steady work nearly impossible. This situation becomes even more challenging when the victim isn’t receiving su... Continue Reading
Can My Employer Retaliate If I Claim Workers’ Comp?
Employees should know their rights and responsibilities, especially during a workplace incident. However, some studies have shown that less than 5% of workers report their injuries to OSHA. Workers... Continue Reading