Can You Apply for Disability Benefits for a Mental Illness?
If you have been diagnosed with a mental illness that prevents you from working, you may be eligible for disability benefits. However, disability claims for mental disorders can be harder to prove compared to claims for physical impairments. Many people who apply for benefits for a mental illness are often denied. To improve your chances […]
Read MoreQualifying for a Workers’ Comp Claim Due to Mental Injuries
In Wisconsin, someone who suffers from a work-related mental injury may be able to obtain worker’s compensation benefits from his or her employer. Our attorneys at Sigman Janssen explain circumstances when these benefits may apply and why you may want to consider having an attorney represent you and guide you through the claims process. Worker’s […]
Read MoreWhat Are My Options If Employer Refuses to File a Worker’s Comp Claim?
If you have been injured on the job, you have the right to worker’s compensation benefits to help cover medical bills and lost wages. It is important to notify your employer of the injury as soon as possible. Your employer is then responsible for filing a report of your injury to his or her worker’s […]
Read MoreShould I Appeal an Unfavorable Disability Hearing Decision to the Appeals Council?
If you receive an unfavorable decision after your disability hearing with an administrative law judge (ALJ), you may be able to appeal your claim to the Appeals Council. You must generally appeal 60 days from the date you receive the ALJ’s decision. The SSA will assume that you received the decision in five days from […]
Read MoreWhy Online Car Accident Settlement Calculators Are Often Inaccurate
There are many online calculators that provide estimates for monthly loan payments or the cost of refinancing a mortgage. There are even calculators that estimate the value of a personal injury claim. However, estimating damages after a car accident has its own set of challenges. Online settlement calculators are often inaccurate because they can only […]
Read MoreDo Disability Recipients Automatically Qualify for Medicare and Medicaid?
If the Social Security Administration (SSA) grants you disability benefits, you may at some point qualify for Medicare or Medicaid health care coverage. Individuals receiving disability benefits are either unable to work or are not working enough hours to be eligible for health insurance from their employer. Qualifying for Medicare or Medicaid will depend on […]
Read MoreAre Drivers Always At-Fault for Hitting a Motorcyclist?
Riding a motorcycle has its inherent risks, but drivers are expected to stay alert and be extra cautious for motorcyclists. When a motorcyclist is hit by a car, it is often presumed the driver is to blame for the accident. However, that is not always the case. Motorcycle riders should never assume that a driver […]
Read MoreIs it Hard for Crash Victims to Claim Compensation for a Soft-Tissue Injury?
Damage to muscles, tendons and ligaments is quite common in car crashes. Victims may also suffer other soft-tissue injuries such as sprains, strains and bruising to the back, head and neck. These types of injuries can take many forms and cause a great deal of pain, discomfort and limited mobility. However, soft-tissue injuries are not […]
Read MoreIs it Possible to Obtain Disability and Unemployment Benefits?
The short answer is yes. It is possible to get Social Security Disability benefits while you are receiving other types of government benefits. However, it is important to understand how these programs interact with one another and the impact they could potentially have on your disability claim. Unemployment benefits provide temporary income to unemployed workers. […]
Read MoreAre the Minimum Car Insurance Requirements Enough to Cover Me in a Crash?
All drivers in Wisconsin must have car insurance to protect them in the event they are injured or cause another harm in a crash. But how much coverage is enough? Below, we discuss the state’s mandatory requirements and optional coverage that may help you avoid out-of-pocket costs after being injured in a crash. Contact us today to […]
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