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SSD in California by Gold Country

Social Security Disability Info

If you’re looking to apply for Social Security benefits in California, you might need to know about the requirements and rules that go with it. SSD stands for Social Security Disability, but you might also see this program under the title DIB (Disability Insurance Benefits) or RSDI (Retirement Survivors and Disability Insurance).  If you have not contributed enough to qualify for DIB, if disabled, you may still qualify for SSI. To be eligible for SSD in California, a person must be unable to engage in work, which the SSA refers to as Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA). That being said, if you are still employed and earning more than about $1200/month, the SSA will probably consider this as engaging in SGA.

Although Social Security allows some trial work periods, where they allow you to collect benefits while working very limited hours and earning a small income amount per month, depending on the disabilities you claim, it will be more difficult to get your benefits if you’re still working. This doesn’t mean that you should be out of work for a long period of time before you apply. On the contrary, you can apply as soon as you have stopped working due to medical disabilities and with medical evidence you will be disabled for at least 12 consecutive months. Some people think their impairments will get better over time, or they will apply for other benefits and wait for those results before applying for SSD. We don’t recommend that you wait as it can keep you from getting the back pay you deserve. Having an Attorney guide you through the process will ensure you have the best advice regarding how to get the best outcome depending on your situation.

You can apply for Social Security benefits on line.  Go to SSA.gov.  ANY OTHER EXTENSION OTHER THAN .gov WILL PROBABLY TAKE YOU TO A LAW FIRM’s website, many of which designed to appear as if you are applying for Social Security benefits, AND PROVIDING THEM WITH INFORMATION MAY OBLIGATE YOU TO PAY AN ATTORNEY’S FEE TO THEM.

Once an Attorney has helped you through the application process, it’s always a good idea to have some evidence handy so your lawyer can have as much information about the case and they can make sure it gets to the proper representatives. This could include medical records, lists of medications, and sometimes even tax-related forms in case Social Security might need clarification on past work and wages. In fact, during the process of applying for SSD in California, a representative may even ask you about your day-to-day habits and how they affect your disabilities. Every case is different and varies greatly, so having an Attorney to consult is greatly recommended to make sure everything is processed accurately and on time.

Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center is a professional and successful law firm equipped to handle disability and workers’ comp claims including SSD in California. Our goal is to get you the long-term benefits you rightfully deserve. Call us for a free consultation at (530) 362-7188.

530-362-7188.
877-233-8399.
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SSI in California with Gold Country

SSI for Sacramento; Applying for SSI

SSI in California with Gold Country

In order to qualify for SSI in California, or anywhere, there are many requirements and rules you need to follow. SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income, and as the name implies, it works as a supplemental program for those looking to get Social Security Disability benefits but might not have the requirements for their main disability program. This means that if you do not have enough work credits to qualify for SSD but fall under a certain income and resource level, you could potentially qualify for SSI.

That being said, it is unfortunate that people could end up in a situation where they are impaired (whether physically or mentally or both), have no wages or enough income to support themselves, and have to apply for a disability claim. It’s a lot to juggle for one person, especially if they have to support a family all the while. Having an Attorney help you with SSI in California is crucial because it’s the right kind of support when filing for a claim. A lawyer has the experience and professionalism to get it done right, and it takes a lot of pressure and stress off your shoulders.

Applying for other government assistance, such as food stamps or Medicaid or MediCal, won’t hurt your claim either, so if you need monetary assistance while you’re out of work, we recommend trying to look for other programs you qualify for. Before applying, though, you should always consult your Attorney so that they can let you know if something other than the ones mentioned above will affect your claim. When in doubt, it’s always best to have a lawyer there to guide you and answer your questions rather than leaving things to be resolved later.

SSI is a program one can apply for as a minor, but a claim can get complicated when the child becomes 18. The same disabilities the child had might still be affecting them once they become an adult, but the qualifications change somewhat and Social Security will want to review the case again, this time looking for a few different things. This is why when applying for SSI in California, having an Attorney is almost always the smartest decision to make first, as they have most likely seen a myriad of different cases and how to go about winning each one. If you need to appeal a decision, reapply, or go to a hearing, they know what steps are necessary and how soon a reply is needed.

Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center is a professional and successful law firm equipped to handle disability and workers’ comp claims. Our goal is to get you the long-term benefits you rightfully deserve. Call us for a free consultation at (530) 362-7188.

530-362-7188.
877-233-8399.
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SSD in Sacramento with GCWC

Worker's Comp Lawyer

Social Security Disability in Sacramento with Gold Country Workers Comp Center

The process of obtaining SSD in Sacramento can vary from person to person. SSD, or Social Security Disability benefits, can help you if you are out of work and unable to work. Social Security does not depend on where you contracted the medical condition that prevents you from working.  To briefly digress:  We now know that COVID-19 can produce long lasting and serious organ and/or lung damage that may render you unable to work.  (And the law provides various aids in proving you contracted coronavirus at work, meaning you could ALSO have a workers’ compensation claim!)

The first step to take is to contact an Attorney in order to determine if you are eligible. A knowledgeable disability law firm can advise you and ask the right questions in order to know which program(s) you can qualify for (as there can be more than one). Everyone handles their conditions differently, and although you might be diagnosed with a very serious illness, unfortunately that is not the only determining factor to meet Social Security’s or workers’ compensation criteria.

Being injured on the job can mean that would qualify for workers’ compensation, which means that even if the injuries are temporary, you would get some kind of compensation if someone was responsible for your health and safety. If those same injuries were to cause more serious issues and cause you to have to leave work for the foreseeable future, then you might still qualify for SSD in Sacramento in addition to those Workers Compensation benefits.

Some children could be disabled, whether due to birth defects, mental disorders, or physical conditions, and Social Security might understand that this could have lifelong effects in their ability to do work or schooling. Due to the growing cost of caring for a disabled child, receiving SSI benefits on behalf of your injured child could assist families greatly. Even if a person was not born with a chronic debilitating illness, one could develop a disability due to a traumatic event, psychological trauma or even an accident. For example, you could develop disorders such as PTSD and Depression, or suffer back problems or chronic pain if you were involved in a work, vehicle, or slip and fall accident. In fact, if you were involved in such an accident, it is wise to consult a lawyer about your eligibility even if you’re not entirely sure. Sometimes you can even file for SSD in Sacramento while you’re waiting to receive benefits such as Workers’ Comp, so there’s often no real reason to delay applying for benefits.

The Social Security Administration has several departments that aid in processing filed applications as well as work on determining who meets their criteria and who they deem is disabled enough to be out of work for a consecutive twelve months and therefore would need to receive monthly benefits, which could be not only monetary but health insurance as well.

Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center is prepared and determined to fight for your rights and get you benefits you deserve. We can give you a free consultation and begin assisting you right away, so please call us at 530-362-7188.

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877-233-8399.
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What to do When Medical Treatment is Denied

California Workers Compensation Lawyer

If you sustain an injury while working, you’re entitled to file a claim against your employer’s workers comp insurance to cover treatment. In the acute phase of the injury, you may have hospital and doctor bills, lost wages from missing work, and other associated costs. In the long term, depending on the type of injury, you may need to pursue a larger claim that covers future costs for things like physical therapy, pain, and suffering, etc. What do you do, however, if you receive notice that you’ve been denied medical treatment? Your claim could be totally denied, or, if accepted, the insurance company’s doctors could deny treatment.

Unfortunately, this happens all too often, and many people don’t pursue the matter further. Insurance companies now hire doctors to review and often deny medical care and prescriptions your treating doctor wants you to have. They. of course. do what they’re paid to do — deny care whenever they can. We recommend that you do not give up your rights just because your claim is initially declined or because your doctor’s treatment or prescription is denied. Contact Gold Country Workers Comp Center and schedule a free consultation with an attorney who can help you navigate the system and ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve.

Getting authorization

Assuming you’re not in immediate danger for your life, the first step, when you’re injured at work, is to notify your employer of the incident, at which point you’ll be asked to fill out authorization forms. (If your employer does not offer these forms to you, or if you are worried about how your employer will react to your request for the forms, you should consult with an attorney who specializes in Workers’ Compensation to provide them to you and advise you on how best to proceed.)

These documents notify the insurance company regarding your injuries and intent to pursue medical treatment. There is standard State of California forms that you’ll be required to fill out. Don’t be surprised, though, if you experience a delay in getting approved for medical treatment.

Should you have questions or concerns about the process, ask your workers comp attorney to advise you on your rights as well as the expectations of the insurance company. For example, in many workers comp cases, the insurer will require that you be seen by a doctor that is approved by them even if you’ve already seen a physician of your own choosing.

The review process

The bottom line is that being denied medical treatment does not mean that you don’t have a legitimate claim OR that you don’t have access to medical care through other programs. In addition, if you’re not in agreement with the insurance company on the course of treatment that is authorized by their physician, you can ask for an independent medical review.

Unfortunately, the statistics show that, once a treatment or prescription is denied by the insurance company’s doctor, the review process will UPHOLD the denial in about 85% of the reviews (vs. about 30% of appeals in those rare cases where treatment or a prescription is denied at the initial review stage ny private insurance companies).

A Workers’ Compensation specialist can make a real difference in getting you the medical care you need through the system. Call Gold Country Workers Comp Center today to speak with an attorney for workers comp cases who can make sure your best interests are represented and that you receive proper care and financial compensation after your injury.

The system is very complicated, and initial consultations are free. It costs no more to get an attorney involved early on in a case compared to later in the proceedings. If you encounter resistance from the insurance company, an attorney can help keep the case on track and settled or tried for maximum value.

What to do When Medical Treatment is Denied

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