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When it comes to on-the-job injuries, you, your employer, and your employer’s insurance company are not on the same side. While it is just business and nothing personal, it is important to understand where everyone involved in the worker’s compensation claim stands. Underestimating your opposition can be one of the biggest mistakes made in workers’ compensation claims. In a perfect world… Insurance adjusters would never take deliberate action to damage victims of workers’ compensation. Licensed doctors would do everything they could to help you achieve a speedy recovery. Employers would always have a worker’s comp victim’s best interests at heart. The Reality Of Workers’ Compensation Claims Sadly, the wishful thinking stated above is not always how things go in workers’ comp claims. While there are plenty of reputable employers, doctors, and even insurers, it is best to stay aware of…Read More

Have you recently applied for SSD benefits? If you were approved for Social Security Disability benefits, you might think you have backpay and retroactive benefits on the way. What you may not be aware of, however, is that past due payments sometimes make you eligible for two separate forms. Many people don’t know that there is a difference between retroactive benefits and backpay. We’ll help you understand how these two are different and why it matters. Retroactive Benefits – What Are They? You may be entitled to retroactive benefits even if you are receiving backpay. Retroactive benefits apply between the time at which you were first disabled all the way through to your benefits application. The SSA looks at your disability begin date or disability onset date to determine retroactive benefits. When filling out your application, one of the first…Read More

Applying for Social Security Disability or SSD benefits is an involved process. Some people wait months after they submit an application to get a response. It can be both financially and emotionally devastating to find out that Social Security Disability benefits have been denied, but that may not be the end of the road. If you have been the subject of a denied SSD application, Cardinal Law Partners can help. By following a four-step appeals process with the help of a legal expert, you may be able to convince the Social Security Administration (SSA) that you are eligible for SSD benefits. Initial Denial Is Common It is common for a Social Security Disability application to get denied initially. The Social Security Administration is strict about approving applications to prevent fraud. Their reasoning is that the only the most severe cases…Read More

Disability affects an average of one in every six working Americans. It often results in financial hardship. Disabled individuals face unique challenges such as limited work abilities, long-lasting impairments, and more. Supplemental Security Income and Social Security disability insurance are essential for more than 12 million people. America’s Social Security system offers critical lifelines through these programs to provide major assistance for those in need. Who Receives Social Security Disability Benefits? The individuals who receive SSD benefits includes disabled adult children, disabled widows or widowers, disabled workers, and others. The latest numbers show that the average amount received in SSDI payments is $1,258 per month. Some payments can be as high as $1,800 per month, while others are as low $800 per month. Payments may be reduced if the recipient is receiving disability payments from sources other than Social Security.…Read More

Can You File A Workers’ Compensation Claim For Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Your occupation may include repetitive stress as part of your everyday activities. While repetitive stress injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome are common in the workplace, they are often covered under workers’ compensation laws. If your workers’ compensation claim for carpal tunnel syndrome is denied, the first thing to do is seek legal representation. We’ll take a close look at the causes of carpal tunnel syndrome and the instances in which workers’ compensation benefits should cover the condition. What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition that develops in the wrist when tendons and nerves are compressed. It can occur due to median nerve compression over time or due to repeated pressure. The median nerve is one of the major nerves in the hand. It controls…Read More

Can You Receive Workers’ Compensation If You Resign? People may quit their jobs for any number of reasons, but a pending workers’ compensation claim can complicate things. Employers may owe an individual workers’ compensation benefits; should the worker resign, he or she may wonder about eligibility for receiving such dues. The question therefore becomes, “Can I still collect workers’ comp if I quit my job?” Workers’ comp and Social Security Disability can be complicated, from the applications through the actual receipt of benefits. Job resignations aside, the best decision one can make in this situation is to hire an attorney who is knowledgeable and experienced in workers’ compensation and SSD benefits. Additional factors must be considered in the event of a job resignation. Are You Going To Quit Your Job? Before you make any decisions about quitting your job, it’s…Read More