This is a gift. This is not wages. Only wages earned by the injured worker would affect his Workers Compensation case. This opinion is based on...

I would like to know if I can still apply for workers comp?

As others have said, you have a Virginia Workers' Compensation "possible" claim that "must" be filed with the Commission within two (2) years of...

My Mother in Law hasnt gotten any $ from her husbands disability or anything. Should she be getting something? its been 8 mos.

She can receive whichever is higher. It may be her disability check from Social Security is higher than her widow's check from Social Security. She...

Help with ssdi offset while on workers comp please. How much will my ssdi be cut?

Generally, if you receive WC and SSDI at the same time, the SSDI is reduced. The formula is WC + SSDI if greater than 80% of what SSDI deems to be...

Will I lose my comp. and ppd?

I practice workers compensation law in Virginia. If one is offered a light duty job here and cannot take it due to a positive test for meth that...

Is there a drawback in taking Social Security at age 62 and also applying for Social Security Disability. None that I am aware of. I agree with my...

Do I have grounds to sue these people?

I have bad news. Almost all Long Term Disability (LTD) companies offset against Social Security Disability benefits. You can request a copy of the...

With Social Security Children Benefits, can both parents be the beneficiaries, each receiving payments for one child?

The custodial parent usually gets the Social Security dependent check. Your spouse can take Early Retirement Social Security at age 62. This of...

Do I file to have workers comp pay for my lost wages instead of short term disability paying for it?

The key maybe you have a 1996 injury. That was 20 years ago. There are usually time limits on re-opening claims and asking for additional wage...

My question is can I negotiate for some of my money up front if I decide to settle?

As a Virginia Workers Compensation lawyer I can tell you that you have one chance and only one at a settlement. In a mediation, the insurance...