There are certain benefits that employees are entitled to, and some sere as a protection for injured workers. Workers' compensation is very valuable for injured working, and one should be familiar with each of the different types of benefits that may be available to help them during their difficult time. Injured workers who have suffered harm in the workplace can benefit from knowing how the workers' compensation process can impact them.
What types of workers' compensation benefits are available?
How do I appeal a Social Security disability benefits denial?
Unfortunately, most claims for Social Security disability benefits are initially denied, which is why it is helpful for disabled individuals to be familiar with their different appeals options and for them not to despair if their claim for benefits has initially been denied. It is also equally helpful for disabled individuals to be prepared to submit a strong an initial application as possible and to be familiar with the application and appeals processes.
Can you choose your doctor for a workers’ comp claim?
If you were injured on the job, you may qualify for workers’ compensation. Under workers’ compensation, employees are eligible for medical expense coverage, lost wage reimbursement and rehabilitation cost coverage due to illness or injury caused by work-related incidents.
New program in Mississippi helps disabled individuals
Social Security Disability benefits are a lifeline for many disabled individuals. A new program in Mississippi will allow disabled individuals receiving Social Security Disability benefits to work and save money without losing their benefits. Programs like Social Security Disability and Medicaid include limits on assets that may result in benefits being suspended if the disabled individual exceeds those limits. In some circumstances, the asset limit can be as low as $2,000. The current limits can in turn limit the amount of assistance disabled individuals receive from family members so the limits are not violated.
Workers' compensation basics for Mississippians
Workers' compensation benefits are available to Mississippians suffering from a workplace illness or injury. Occupational illnesses can occur because of hazardous exposure on the job and occupational injuries can include a variety of injuries that occur on the job because of a workplace accident.
