Are WC companies in Pa required to make a settlement offer.

No, they are not required to make an offer. If your case is in litigation there you and the workers' compensation carrier could be scheduled for...

Request for extension of deposition deadline; what it means in work-comp cases?

If your attorney thinks that he or she can settle the case without taking the deposition, it makes sense to postpone the deposition until after the...

Applying properly for disability and do we need a lawyer?

Get a lawyer to help you with the application. Your husband should report all "severe impairments" on the application. He should not limit his...

How do I win a disability case I been denied 4 times I'm 32

Honestly, if I were you I would contact your local office of vocational evaluation and get re-trained to get back into the work force. It is not a...

Why wouldn't a fair, open minded ALJ not be open to a pre hearing conference?

Many times Attorney Advisors are reviewing cases for possible on the record awards. There are times that an Attorney Advisors will contact me to...

Who makes the Decision of a medical review my Local Social Security Office or a Social Security Headquarter if living in NJ

Here in Pennsylvania the local Social Security office handles the review initially. Here there is a Disability Determination Officer that will...

Do i need a social security atty

The answer to your question depends on the type of disability benefit that you are receiving. If you are receiving Supplemental Security Income...

Should I have a lawyer for the first phase of applying for SS Disability?

At this point, I don't see any harm in waiting until you receive a denial before you hire an attorney. Since you already filed the application,...

If you do fire the lawyer, make sure to request that the law firm not only withdraws from your case and waives any and all rights to a fee. It...

Where can I get free legal assistance for filing for disability due to illness?

You may qualify for help from your local Legal Services or Legal Aid office. You can also check with local law schools to see if you qualify for...