If you’ve suffered an injury that’s left you in need of workers’ compensation or Social Security disability benefits, you may be feeling lost and overwhelmed. At O’Connor Law, we understand how frustrating the process of accessing your benefits can be. We’ve created this comprehensive informational library to help you better understand what to expect next.
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Common Workers' Compensation Defenses Seeking workers' comp benefits for an occupational injury or illness? Insurers may employ a number of defenses to avoid paying what you deserve. Learn more. -
SSDI & Returning to Work Collecting SSDI benefits? If your condition improves, you may be able to return to work. Here's how doing so could affect the benefits you receive. -
Workers' Compensation Survivor Benefits in New York If you lost a family member in a workplace accident or to an occupational illness, you may be entitled to workers' comp survivor's benefits. Learn more here. -
SSDI Lawyers vs. Disability Advocates Both Social Security disability attorneys and disability advocates can help you apply for SSDI. However, there are clear benefits to working with a lawyer. -
Glossary of Workers' Compensation Terms When seeking workers' comp benefits for an occupational injury or illness, you can face a whirlwind of unfamiliar terms and acronyms. Our glossary can help. -
Medicare & Social Security Disability Collecting SSDI benefits for a disabling injury or illness? You may also be eligible for Medicare coverage. Learn more here. -
New York Workers' Comp Benefits for Occupational Diseases Diagnosed with a serious illness or disease related to your occupation? Our skilled NY workers' comp attorneys can help you fight for fair benefits. Learn more. -
Workers' Compensation and Third-Party Claims In some cases, injured workers may have a third-party claim for the damages they've suffered. Learn more about how this helps you maximize your compensation. -
Differences Between SSDI and SSI Benefits SSDI and SSI are both referred to as Social Security disability benefits, but there are important differences between the programs. -
What Residual Functional Capacity Means for Your SSDI Claim Applying for SSDI benefits? The SSA will have you complete an RFC form to determine your abilities & limitations. Our lawyers can help every step of the way.