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Filing for Social Security Disability in CA

Posted on February 19, 2016

When applying for social security disability, many people believe they will get the benefits they want without a problem. However, there are many reasons that can prevent social security disability claims from going through in California. Due to some of the legal complexities, the best way to go through the process is with the help of a knowledgeable Los Angeles social security disability lawyer. People can apply for benefits online or by phone. They can also make appointments with representatives to take the application in a Social Security office. Before filing, though, here are four things...

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What is a Work Injury?

Posted on February 16, 2016

In California, Work Injuries are generally of two types. There are specific injuries and cumulative trauma injuries. A specific injury is one which occurs as a single event. Examples of specific injuries are as follows: A warehouse worker injuring his/her back while lifting a box A pizza delivery injuring his/her neck in a car accident A factory worker suffering a chemical burns when a bottle of acid broke and the liquid got on his/her skin A bank teller sustaining a psychiatric injury from being involved in a bank robbery   A cumulative trauma injury is one that occurs over time. It can...

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Changes in California Social Security Disability Benefits in 2016

Posted on February 4, 2016

With the turn of the calendar to a new year, a number of changes go into effect for residents of California that receive social security disability benefits. Some of the expected impacts were softened thanks to the budget deal that was voted for back in October, but there are still changes that will affect those that receive benefits. The More Things Change... A number of things stay the same for 2016, which is notable simply for the fact that they are not changing. For just the third time since automatic cost-of-living increases started in 1975, there will be no Social Security payment increase...

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Work Injuries: What To Do First

Posted on January 15, 2016

Workers' compensation benefits are designed to provide you with the medical treatment you need to recover from your work related injury or illness, partially replace the wages you lose while you are recovering, and help you return to work. Workers’ compensation benefits do not include damages for pain and suffering or punitive damages. Report the injury or illness to your employer Make sure your supervisor is notified of your injury as soon as possible. If your injury or illness developed gradually, report it as soon as you learn or believe it was caused by your job. Reporting promptly helps...

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