My lawyer has requested a hearing on a degree of disability. What am I required to do during the hearing? Thank you

Show up on time, or even early. Keep your mouth shut. If a questioned is asked give your lawyer a chance to object. If he/she doesn't answer with...

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Who is responsible for uploading MRI reports on web.ny.gov (my e-Case)? Thank you for your time.

The doctor who did the MRI or the doctor to whom the results were sent if he relied on them in making his report. You also can send them with a...

Does the legal child custodian qualify to be a payee for S.S.. child's insurance benefits or the disabled parent?

Generally the custodial parent gets the child's checkfor them. The custodial parent will have to go to Social Security to file their claim. If you...

Do my grandmother lawyer need social security numbers to do her will?

I agree with the other responses. In fact, there are many statutes requiring that Social Security info be redacted from all legal documents. I he...

I don't own a car and have to pay for rides to and from my appointments. Can I be reimbursed for these fees and not mileage .

if there is no adequate public transportation you are entitled to travel expenses for your medical appointments related to the case. If Mileage...

Would I get fired for suing workers comp insurance?

Your are not suing the insurance. Under the law you are required to file a Workers Compensation claim if you are injured at work, need medical...

Report of Earnings, the carrier wants me to report earnings I have made post injury?

Failure to report earnings is a violation of law and could result in permanent forfeiture of benefits as well as criminal charges.

Can I sue a day center for getting sick from mold poisoning? ?

It is difficult to prove mold poisoning, but not impossible if your doctor backs you up, you might have a claim for Workers Compensation...

I got approved for ssdi and my ssi sayz still processing why?

SSI and SSD are handled by two different offices. SSI is handled in part by NY State. SSI is income dependent so a financial investigation is...

You better listen to your attorney. Don't be fooled by the carrier attorney's bluster. It's done to intimidate you. Workers Compensation is all...