Filing an appeal for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to accurately completing the necessary forms. Understanding how to properly fill out SSD appeal forms is crucial for ensuring your appeal is…
Figuring out how to win your SSD appeal can be a challenging process, but with the right strategies and preparation, you can significantly increase your chances of success. Understanding the steps and key elements involved is essential for anyone seeking…
Navigating the Social Security Disability appeal process can be overwhelming, especially when considering the costs involved. Understanding the fees associated with hiring an affordable Social Security Disability appeal lawyer is crucial for ensuring you receive the best legal representation without…
Navigating the Social Security Disability Appeal Process can be complex and overwhelming. At Harbison & Kavanagh, we are committed to guiding you through each critical step to ensure your appeal is effective and efficient. Here’s a comprehensive overview to help…
Why Should I Hire a Lawyer For a Denied SSD Claim? When your Social Security Disability (SSD) claim is denied, it can feel like a major setback. However, this decision is not the end of the road. Hiring a lawyer…
The Hill newspaper reports that, during the pandemic, 1,200 Social Security Administration (SSA) field offices closed “with devastating effects for disabled Americans.” Many poor and disabled Americans were left behind as a result of these office closures. Americans with low…
The Social Security Administration recently published an article citing a 2010 report by the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) that finds that the United States “has the most rigid definition for disability”. The Social Security Act defines disability…
The FDA recently announced that all drugs manufactured by Edge Pharma, LLC are being voluntarily recalled due to process issues that could lead to problems with products intended to be sterile. The products pose a risk of life-threatening infections. For…
Social Security expands the Compassionate Allowances program by adding 12 new qualifying conditions. The Compassionate Allowances program identifies severe medical conditions that qualify claimants for disability benefits (SSDI, SSI) often based upon the diagnosis of the disease alone. Acting Commissioner…
Do you need to file for Social Security Disability (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits and wondering if you should call an attorney? A recent study found that early disability attorney representation improves outcomes for claimants. The study by…
Our Richmond workers’ compensation lawyers have handled thousands of cases on behalf of injured and disabled workers in the Commonwealth of Virginia. There is very little we have not seen in terms of medical conditions in the context of a disability claim. Our depth of knowledge of the law has been honed through extensive appeal experience at the Federal Court level.
Immediately tell your supervisor or employer about the injury.
Do not give a recorded statement to an insurance company.
You have the right to pick your physician from a provided list.
You have 2 years to file a claim with the Workers’ Compensation Commission.
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