Can a WC Settlement affect SSDI benefits if the injury was prior to being awarded SSDI?

The general rule is that WC benefits does reduce SS benefits. Unless there is careful planning a lump sum WC settlement will be deemed to be a...

How would, or can you , file a suit against an attorney who handled a workers compensation case for you?

I have been practicing Workers Comp law and Social Security law in Virginia for 35 years. In Virginia if a WC case is settled one can prorate the...

If you get a settlement that originated in Florida and I now live in Pennsylvania do I need to pay taxes on the amount?

If you are talking about a workers compensation settlement, then it is generally not taxable under either state or federal law but you should check...

I was exposed to legionnaires and became fairly ill needing 33 days of antibiotics and 28days

I have practiced WC Law in Virginia for 35 years. If you were exposed to this infected water supply at work, you may have both a workers comp claim...

My friend husband died had two kid 18 mths and 3 to getnhis social security for them and they said she made to much money.help

I have practiced Social Security law for 35 years. The widow would not be denied Social Security dependent benefits due to her income. However, if...

I have 20 days to vacate. I can no longer drive because of my seizures. My disability is only 1800 a month

As a former legal aid lawyer, I can tell you that legal aid clinics to specialize in landlord tenant matters and may be willing to assist you....

I don't practice WC Law in your state but I have practiced WC Law in Virginia for 35 years. I agree with the other lawyer that a resignation is...

I was injured in 2008 filed claim with ND Workforce Safety had 3 surgical procedures and back to work with partial disability.

I have practiced WC Law in Virginia for 35 years. I understand you were injured in 2008 and you have been back working for two years. You need to...

Can i settle with nys workers comp without a lawyer and if so how would i go about it would i just call my insurance company

I don't practice WC Law in your state but I have practiced WC Law in Virginia for 35 years. It is often difficult to value a claim. I would...

Can you loose medical benefits for testing positive, AFTER 6 years on w.c... settlement, with open medical, in pennsylvania?

I have practiced WC Law in Virginia for 35 years. I do not practice in your state. However, it is common practice for pain management doctors to...