Five Things to Consider When Filing for Disability

 

If you’re injured or ill and need help with filing for social security disability in Iowa, this blog post will be helpful for you. At the Law Offices of James P. Hoffman, we’re happy to assist by providing tips to consider when making a disability claim.

You might be eligible to qualify for disability if you meet specific criteria, such as not being able to do your job, being unable to perform another job, or being affected by the disability for 12 months.

Our primary suggestion to everyone who is filing for social security disability is to be 100 percent certain all your paperwork is complete and accurate. When dealing with any government program with lots of forms, as this is, it can be easy to overlook a detail or leave out a document that can significantly delay the process.

In keeping with that theme, it’s never a bad idea to engage a lawyer to assist with your filing. An experienced disability attorney knows what you need to complete your application and will help you have it filed on time.

Your lawyer will know what medical forms you require and will be able to collect them on your behalf. These will include physical examination reports, treatment notes, and imaging results. The more medical evidence you can supply to support your claim, the better your chance of success.

If your claim is rejected and you decide to appeal despite your preparation and accuracy, your attorney can explain why it was denied. Then they will walk you through the appeal process.

Contact the Law Offices of James P. Hoffman to learn more.

Can I Sue My Employer For a Job Injury

 

Since we have a great many rights and freedoms in this country, you can basically sue anyone for anything. You can sue your boss if you are hurt on the job, but the greater questions are should you and how. This blog post from the Law Offices of James P. Hoffman will discuss suing an employer for injury.

Workers’ compensation generally protects employers against lawsuits, but there are exceptions. Your employer not only has to pay you, but they also have to protect you at work. If the company you work for has failed to meet their duty of care by neglecting to provide you with the necessary training or proper safety equipment, for instance, then you may have a solid basis for filing a suit against them.

If you have been injured on the job through intentional or reckless action by your employer or your workplace was hazardous because of negligence by your boss or fellow employees, you can file a suit that bypasses workers’ compensation. For example, you can claim pain and suffering in your case as well as punitive damages.

If you have further questions about suing your employer because of injuries you sustained on the job, contact the Law Offices of James P. Hoffman.