An Impairment Alone Doesn't Guarantee Disability Benefits Social Security disability benefits are only granted if you can't work for 12 months because of a condition. Therefore, simply having a medical…
Many people have been forced out of permanent employee positions and have had to find work as self-employed or contract workers. A contract worker’s eligibility for workers' compensation and Social…
Understanding Your Rights in a New Jersey Workers’ Compensation Claim If you have been hurt at work, and your injuries are permanent, you will be entitled to additional cash benefits,…
Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits If you have an injury or illness that prevents you from working, you may be eligible for monetary benefits through…
If you have been injured on the job, your first step will likely be to file an application for workers’ compensation benefits. Don’t be surprised, though, if what seems like an…
If you are a surviving family member of someone who qualified for or was receiving Social Security disabilitybenefits, you may qualify for death or survivor benefits. Surviving Spouses To qualify for…
If you have an illness or have been injured (in an accident unrelated to your job), you may qualify to receive Social Security disability income benefits. There are, however, a number of…
If you are unable to work because of an illness or injury, you may qualify for benefits through the Social Security Administration. There are two different programs, each with a…