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There are many qualifications you would need to meet to determine if you are eligible for Social Security Disability benefit. You may be eligible if: You are 65 or younger You are disabled to the point that you are unable to work or only able to earn $1,310/month or less Have stopped working in the last 5 years Have a work history of 10 years or more (sometimes less) for younger individuals and have worked at least 5 out of the last 10 years earning a paycheck Even if you do not meet these qualification, you may still qualify for SSI (not SSDI) benefits if you are disabled and have less than $2,000 in valued resources available to you.

As attorneys, our role is generally to develop the record in a case and present that case at a hearing. Since your hearing has already occurred, you do have a right to appeal by asking the Appeals Council to take another look at your case. In the event that you are able to secure a new hearing, we would be happy to discuss your claim with you. Also, if your condition worsens, you may be able to re-apply. You can re-apply on your own, or contact us if you want us to examine why the decision was unfavorable and help you re-apply.

Depends on the form. If it's an Employee's Report of Incident or DWC-1, yes. If it's a Release of Information, no. If it's a different kind of form, then it depends on the form.

The Uninsured Employers Benefits Trust Fund will provide workers' compensation in the event that your employer is uninsured. For more information, watch this video.

You can apply for State Disability Insurance with the EDD. The workers' compensation carrier will reimburse the EDD if it is determined that your work was the cause of your injury. For more information, watch this video.