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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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Supplemental Security Income

Disability law

If you are considering applying for Supplemental Security Income or filing a Social Security Disability claim through the Social Security Administration, here’s a few things you need to be aware of. Most US citizens qualify for a disability program if they meet certain requirements. For one thing, Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB), you must earn enough work credits to qualify and be expected to be out of work for twelve months or more  because of a medical condition that prevents you from working any job. Now, for SSA to determine if your conditions are considered a disability, there are a variety of different forms and documentation you need to provide. This is the case for both DIB and for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The only difference between the two, is that for a disabled claimant to qualify for SSI, you have to be under a certain income level or that you have not worked enough quarters to qualify for the better DIB program.

For some people, this could be the only program they qualify for. For example, even before someone becomes disabled, they could have stopped working for various reasons. But SSA doesn’t just count wages as a valid kind of income. Monetary assistance, other than government provided such as food stamps, inheritance, spouse’s income, and more could render a claimant ineligible. This is why it’s also wise to be wary of leaving work while not disabled, since down the line you never know if you too will become disabled and need to apply for SSI or for DIB.  Leaving work upon medical advice of a doctor is a very helpful piece of evidence in support of a disability claim.

Once you provide the necessary documents to Social Security, which could include medical records, list of medications, present or prior marriage information, amongst other things, they may ask you for additional medical evaluations paid for by them so they can get a second opinion.  The SSA might also send you various forms and questionnaires to fill out which could give them very valuable perspective on how your conditions affect you day-to-day.

A perspective:  the paperwork is not a job application—For example, don’t describe yourself as the “manager” of a business or a department if you are just the senior person in the business or department.  “Managers” have various skills that could make you employable in other contexts, meaning you are not disabled.

The process of applying for Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability (DIB) can be long and arduous, and it may even be escalated to the hearing level. While you might think that you should call an Attorney as a last resort (after you’ve been denied several times, for example), it’s almost always wise to have them be involved and familiarized with your claim from the very beginning. It could bring validity to the case as well as ensure you will get the medical evidence you need and everything else done correctly and on time.

There’s no up-front cost to you and fees are a fixed percentage only contingent on a successful outcome of the case, so you shouldn’t delay calling an Attorney to get assistance on how to move forward with a case. Call the lawyers at Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center for a free consultation at 530-362-7188.

530-362-7188.
877-233-8399.
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Hurt at Work? Call Gold Country

Workers Compensation Roseville

Hurt at Work? Call Gold Country

What are your options if you get hurt at work, either caused by a specific incident or by cumulative stress over time on any body part that eventually causes injury? You might not know what sort of benefits you are entitled to, if any. A work-related injury could happen to anyone, and every employer has to have the necessary accommodations so that their employees feel safe and can do their jobs efficiently without worrying about being heavily injured.

In fact, a common way to be hurt at work is in a result of a slip and fall. You could slip and fall due to dangerous or hazardous materials or conditions at your place of work. Dangerous conditions include a variety of different things such as unevenness in flooring, poor lighting, narrow stairs, or a wet and slippery floor. In some cases, it might have been your responsibility to, say, pick up and obstruction on the floor that is within your skillset and control, but other things are less your responsibility or just not even something you are capable of fixing yourself, especially depending on the kind of job you have.

Some of the most dangerous jobs involve being in areas and working conditions outside of your control such as lawn service, construction work, steelwork, driving trucks, fishing, and roofing.

At the end of the day, if you receive a specific injury while you were on the clock at your place of work that results in medical care, you are most likely entitled to workers’ compensation. It might be a bit hard to tell at first, in which case you could call an Attorney for a consultation to see what your options are.

An attorney can give you needed advice on how to move forward with your claim and even give you more legitimacy when dealing with an employer or agency that is still in the process of gaining their own evidence. It doesn’t cost you any more money upfront and the earlier you get an attorney involved, the more likely you are to avoid serious problems down the road, and not getting one early enough could cost you in your case. EARLY INTERVENTION WORKS!  Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center can help claimants with disabilities and injuries get the benefits they rightfully deserve, and our ability to be familiar with the evaluators is essential in obtaining a fair or even favorable evaluation since employers and their insurance companies will be working hard to save their own money at your expense.  The attorneys at Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center offer in depth free consultations to help ensure your claim produces results.

The assistance of an attorney at the time you have to make a statement for a deposition or ensuring things get filed on a timely basis can be very crucial. Gold Country has helped many people who have been hurt at work, so don’t hesitate to call us for a consultation at 530-362-7188 ;

Or toll-free at 877-233-8399.

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Injured On The Job? Call GCWC

Workers Compensation Center Sacramento

Unfortunately for many, some careers have risks that end with people getting injured on the job. Some of the most dangerous jobs involve transportation, machinery, construction, and even sanitation. While a work-related injury could happen to anyone, it’s easier to see how a workplace with very dangerous work conditions can be held accountable if a worker has an accident while on the clock. Every employer has to have the necessary accommodations so that their employees feel safe and can do their jobs efficiently without worrying about being heavily injured.

Here is a list of some dangerous careers that could result in being injured on the job:

  • Landscapers, lawn service workers, and groundskeepers
  • Construction workers and extraction workers
  • Structural iron and steel workers
  • Ranchers and other agricultural workers
  • Truck drivers
  • Refuse and recyclable materials collectors
  • Roofers
  • Aircraft pilots and flight engineers
  • Fishers
  • Logging workers

At the end of the day, if you receive a specific injury or a series of small injuries that require medical care, or even if you receive an injury that developed over time, and it happened while you were on the clock at your place of work, you are most likely entitled to workers’ compensation. It might be a bit hard to tell at first, in which case you could call an Attorney for a consultation to see what your options are.

Gold Country Workers’ Comp Center is a law firm dedicated to helping their clients with disabilities and injuries, getting them the benefits they rightfully deserve. An attorney can give you adequate advice on how to move forward with your claim and even give you more legitimacy when dealing with an employer or agency that is still in the process of gaining their own evidence. It doesn’t cost you any more money up front the earlier you get an attorney involved, but not getting one early enough could cost you in your case.

The process of applying for Workers’ Compensation can seem complicated, and choosing an evaluating physician is a crucial step in the process. Our ability to be familiar with the evaluators is essential in obtaining a fair or even favorable evaluation since employers and their insurance companies will be working hard to save their own money at your expense.

The assistance of an attorney at the time you have to make a statement for a deposition or ensuring things get filed on a timely basis can be very crucial. Gold Country has helped many people who have been injured on the job, so don’t hesitate to call us for a consultation at  530-362-7188 or toll-free at 877-233-8399.

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Lake Tahoe Workers Comp

Workers Comp Lawyers in Roseville CA

How Can Workers Comp Help You

Many times, your employer or their insurance company may reach out to dissuade you from seeking worker’s compensation benefits. This will, of course, be in their best interest- the best interest of their bottom line to be exact. But if injured in the Lake Tahoe area, workers comp benefits is your right and can be crucial when dealing with the possible medical bills and lost wages that result from a job-related injury. 

When speaking with you about compensation, the insurance company will try to steer you away from seeking the counsel of a worker’s comp attorney. They will tell you that there’s no need to hire and pay for an  attorney.  And they can be very persuasive in doing so.  But never forget that their interests is in their bottom line, and providing you with benefits costs them money, and they know the truth:  Expert and specialist attorneys get you more benefits.   Below, to help clear up the confusion caused by the conflicting information you may receive, are the answers to a few common questions we receive.  

 

Quick FAQ’s

Q: Do I Really Need An Attorney And What Will It Cost?

A: So why would your employer’s insurance want you to forego an attorney? They will try to make it seem like a benefit for you and will quickly remind you of attorney fees. However, they are really only trying to save money for themselves. It is proven that the guidance and expertise of an experienced attorney will almost always result in more benefits. The laws governing compensation insurance are nuanced and very complicated, and vary from state to state. Because of this, worker’s comp is much like tax season: you can do it alone, but it will often lead to missing out on benefits. And while, yes, we do take a fee, it is only required upon the successful resolution of your case!  That means there is no cost to you upfront and if you do not win benefits, you will owe us nothing.  Fees typically are only up to 15% of the amounts subject to dispute.

 

Q: What Are The Chances I Receive Workers Comp?

A: This is a question we get very often. It is nearly impossible to answer with an exact number. Still, there are some things that can be instrumental in helping you win maximum benefits. As stated above, the help of an attorney can be a tipping factor. But the way you handle the time following your injury is also crucial. Report your injury accurately to your employer if it is not an accident that is immediately evident. Go to the doctor and again accurately detail your symptoms. Your attorney can advise you on the specific questions to ask and paperwork to inquire about. 

 

Gold Country 

Kim LaValley and Kyle Adamson are the two experienced lead lawyers at Gold County Workers Comp Center. With over 45 years of combined experience, we serve multiple regions in the state of California including:

  • The Gold Country
  • Lake Tahoe Area
  • Nevada County
  • Placer County
  • El Dorado County
  • and Yuba County

Our team has been praised for our knowledge, professionalism, friendliness, and commitment to keeping our clients updated on every step of the way. If you have been injured or fallen ill due to a work-related occurrence, do not fight for your rightful compensation alone. With convoluted laws and greedy insurance companies there to hinder your payout, the help of our Lake Tahoe Workers Comp Center is a no brainer to turn the tides back in your favor. Contact us for a free case evaluation today!

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Lake Tahoe Workers Comp