Answering Your Questions
A Brief Guide to Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability Claims
On these pages you will find answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the process of filing for Workers' Compensation and Social Security Disability benefits. However, every case is unique. If, after reading this, you have additional questions, please do not hesitate to call. Also, please do not discuss your case with or seek advice from anyone except your lawyer. If you are contacted by your employer, your employer's insurance carrier or a vocational counseling/rehabilitation agency, refer them to Blaufeld Schiller & Holmes and forward to us any correspondence you have received in that regard. Any direct contact without our participation may jeopardize your case.
The questions and answers below give you an idea of what to expect if we represent you.
The following information is meant to be general in nature and should NOT be construed as specific legal advice on any individual case. Workers' Compensation information applies ONLY to Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation claims.
About Workers' Compensation
What is Workers' Compensation?
Who files my Workers' Compensation claim?
What happens after the claim is filed?
When do I meet with my lawyer?
How many hearings will there be?
What should I expect at a hearing?
Who is asked to testify?
How long does it take to receive a decision?
Can I appeal the Judge's decision?
Will I be paid benefits during the appeal process?
Who actually pays my Workers' Compensation benefits?
Can I also collect for pain and suffering from my injury?
How are my benefits determined?
How does my lawyer get paid?
Once I start receiving benefits, do I still need a lawyer?
About Social Security Disability
What is Social Security Disability (SSD)?
What is Supplemental Security Income (SSI)?
How do I file for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income ?
What happens after I file a claim?
If I am denied, can I appeal?
Can I appeal again if I am denied?
Why do I need a lawyer at my hearing?
After my hearing how long will it take to receive a decision?
If I lose before the ALJ, can I appeal again?
If I win my case, when do I start to receive benefits?
Can I get Medicare, too?
How are my benefits determined?
How does my lawyer get paid?
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