August 15, 2025
If you have a disability and cannot work, you may be able to receive money from the government to help. The Social Security Administration (SSA) runs two main programs that pay disability benefits: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Although they sound similar, they apply to different people, each with its own rules, so it’s essential…
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August 1, 2025
Applying for Social Security Disability health Insurance (SSDI) can take a long time, and it’s often stressful—especially if you are already dealing with health problems. Knowing how long the SSDI process takes in New York can help you prepare for each step, avoid delays, understand what to expect regarding SSDI approval time and potential wait periods, and apply for SSI.…
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July 15, 2025
A workplace injury can affect you physically and financially. Getting back on your feet means focusing on your recovery and ensuring you get the benefits you deserve while missing work. However, at some point in your benefits workers' compensation case, you may hear the term Maximum Medical Improvement. Reaching maximum medical improvement workers' comp means your condition has stabilized and…
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July 1, 2025
Suffering a workplace injury can leave an employee feeling confused and vulnerable. Many have questions about the New York workers' compensation program. Injured workers wonder how compensation covered payments get calculated. A workplace injury can quickly throw an employee into a downward financial spiral without money for medical expenses and lost wages. That’s why understanding workers' compensation payments calculation is…
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June 15, 2025
If you suffered injuries on the job and receive workers’ comp benefits, the insurer may require an objective medical review, an independent medical exam, or IME. An IME is an impartial medical evaluation by a doctor other than your treating physician. Your employer or the insurer selects this doctor to offer an opinion about the nature and extent of your…
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June 1, 2025
Do you have disabilities related to your military service? You may be eligible for VA benefits in New York. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs administers these monthly benefits based on the nature and severity of your condition. If you are a veteran, you should not have to navigate life with the stress and uncertainty of medical expenses and lost…
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May 15, 2025
Are you wondering if your mental health condition qualifies for disability benefits in New York? Conditions like depression, PTSD, and bipolar disorder can make full-time work impossible, but proving that to the Social Security Administration isn’t easy. A mental health disability SSDI attorney can review your situation, explain what SSA needs, and help you prepare an effective claim. Can You…
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May 1, 2025
Are you wondering whether workers’ comp lets you choose your doctor after getting hurt at work in New York? The rules can change depending on your job, your employer’s insurance while at work, and how long it’s been since your first appointment. Making the wrong move when navigating workers' comp choose doctor options could put your medical care or benefits…
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September 24, 2024
If you suffer an occupational injury or illness that permanently alters your ability to work in New York, you could be entitled to permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits. But what is permanent partial disability, and how do you claim PPD benefits? In the context of workers’ compensation, a permanent partial disability is a lasting injury that limits your ability to…
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September 15, 2024
Utilization review is a process in workers’ compensation cases where insurers evaluate medical treatment requests. These reviews aim to determine if a particular treatment is necessary. If you get hurt on the job, and your doctor suggests a specific treatment, your insurer will send a request to a utilization review agent. An independent medical professional then reviews the request to…
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