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What Qualifies as a Disability? A Complete Guide for Pennsylvania Residents

The Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program is a vital resource for individuals who cannot work due to long-term disabilities. Administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA), SSDI provides financial support to those whose conditions meet strict qualification criteria. Understanding…

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Top 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for Social Security Disability

Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can feel overwhelming. The process is detailed and time-sensitive, with strict eligibility and documentation requirements. It’s no wonder many applicants face challenges or even denials on their first attempt. However, mistakes during the…

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Can You Receive Workers’ Comp and Social Security Disability at the Same Time?

Understanding disability benefits can be tough, especially when you’re dealing with workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Getting benefits from both programs can raise many questions. These include who is eligible, how benefits are calculated, and the rules…

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What to Do When Your Workers’ Comp Benefits Are Cut Off

Having your workers’ compensation benefits cut off can be overwhelming and stressful. Losing this support impacts both your finances and your health, but it doesn’t have to be the end. At Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo, we understand the challenges that…

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Understanding Your Rights in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Cases

Your Rights to Workers’ Compensation in Pennsylvania: A Guide by Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo If you’re a Pennsylvania worker facing an injury or illness from the job, you deserve compassionate, skilled support in navigating the workers’ compensation system. The workers’…

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Workers’ Compensation vs. Disability Benefits: Which Is Right for You?

Workers’ Compensation vs. Disability Benefits: Which Is Right for You? If you’re facing an injury or illness that limits your ability to work, understanding the differences between workers’ compensation and disability benefits is crucial. At Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo, we…

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Everything You Should Know About PA Disability Benefits (SSDI and SSI)

Navigating the world of disability benefits can be complex and overwhelming. If you’re living with a disability in Pennsylvania, understanding the various benefits available and the qualifications required is crucial. This comprehensive guide will explore the different types of PA…

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Functional Capacity Evaluation Must-Knows for Workers’ Comp

When you’re dealing with a work-related injury, your path to recovery can be filled with uncertainty. At Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo, we understand how overwhelming this process can be, which is why we’re here to help you navigate your workers’…

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Social Security Disability Insurance: Your Guide to Pennsylvania SSDI Benefits

Understanding Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be overwhelming, particularly when it comes to navigating the specifics of Pennsylvania SSDI benefits. At Krasno Krasno & Onwudinjo, we recognize the challenges that come with applying for these crucial benefits and are…

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What Is Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)?

When you’re injured on the job, workers’ compensation helps cover your medical expenses and lost wages. However, at a certain point, your medical condition may reach a stage where further recovery is no longer expected. This stage is referred to…

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What Is a Pennsylvania Workers Comp Claim & How Does It Work?

Workers’ comp in Pennsylvania is a system designed to provide financial support and medical benefits to employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. This program aims to help workers recover from their injuries while ensuring they receive compensation for lost…

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What Veterans Should Know About Social Security Disability Benefits

When you choose to serve your country in the Armed Forces, you are setting yourself apart from the rest and making a contribution of your time and years of your life. If you are hurt or disabled as a veteran,…

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What to Know When Filing for Social Security Disability Due to Obesity

Obesity is quickly becoming an alarming problem in our country. Some of those affected are experiencing not only health issues with their high weight but are losing the ability to effectively earn a living. When they can’t work, they may…

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Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Rates: How Much You Should Expect

Suffering an injury on the job can be a traumatic and stressful experience. In the blink of an eye, your world is turned upside down, especially if you suffer a debilitating injury that leaves you permanently or partially disabled. Pennsylvania…

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What You Need To Know About Reopening Your SSDI Claim Case

Managing a claim for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be complicated and time-consuming. If the Social Security Administration doesn’t approve your request, it can be disheartening and feel like the end of the world. However, If your disability claim…

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Factors that Determine Workers’ Compensation Eligibility

Pennsylvania workers’ compensation is a valuable resource for those who are injured in a work-related accident or develop an illness. Most employees working for companies in the Commonwealth will qualify for coverage, but it’s important to be aware of the…

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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) For Children: Applications & Benefits Explained

The Social Security Administration (SSA) oversees multiple Social Security Disability programs for adults and children in the United States. There are two primary types of disability, including  Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI).  When you are…

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How a Workers’ Compensation Employer Defense Can Affect You

Workers’ Compensation and Employer Defense Tactics When a worker in Pennsylvania suffers an injury, they are protected by a particular set of rules that helps them maintain their rights. These rules are known as workers’ compensation laws. In PA, employers…

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Average Hernia Settlements & Payouts in PA

Hernia repairs are often done with surgical mesh, which can strengthen the tissue and provide a better outcome for the patient. However, in some cases, there have been problems that arise from these surgeries that leave patients with additional medical…

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How Medical Marijuana Impacts Workers’ Comp Cases in PA

An increasing number of states have legalized the use of marijuana for medical purposes. It’s especially helpful for those who have chronic pain and hope to avoid becoming addicted to painkillers. However, the use of marijuana as an approved treatment…

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Does Having Surgery Increase Your Workers’ Comp Settlement?

When you have been hurt on the job, workers’ compensation is meant to take care of your medical bills and get you back to work as soon as possible. In most cases, this includes all treatment and care you require,…

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An Overview of a Workers’ Compensation Vocational Assessment

During the workers’ compensation process, it is important to understand that your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company is going to do everything in its power to pay you as little as possible. The law affords insurance companies certain rights that…

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Third Party Lawsuits in Workers’ Compensation Case

In certain workers’ compensation cases, third parties may be liable to pay a third party lawsuit settlement in the event of a work-related injury. In most workers’ compensation claims, employees give up the right to file a lawsuit against their…

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Short-Term Disability vs. Workers’ Comp (Differences Explained)

If you are suffering an illness or injury, you may be curious if there are any available benefits to cover the income you have lost. There are two options for most workers who have sustained disabilities that only last a…

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Does Workers’ Comp Cover Emergency Room Visits?

Suffering an injury on the job in Pennsylvania is stressful. A visit to the emergency room for even the most minor issue can lead to expensive bills that you might not be able to pay. If you suffered this injury…

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5 Clever Workers’ Compensation Adjuster Tricks to Avoid

If you have never had to work with an insurance adjuster specifically due to a workers’ compensation claim, the process can easily become daunting. It is a common misconception to believe that the insurance adjuster is there to guide and…

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Social Security Disability Benefits for Depression or Bipolar Disorder

Mental health disorders, such as a bipolar disability and depression, can affect every phase of a person’s life. These effects include an inability to socialize, to concentrate, and to have relationships. SSDI disability claims for bipolar disorder or depression may…

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Can Self-Employed Qualify For SSDI Benefits In Pennsylvania?

Owning and managing your own business is extremely satisfying. You get the benefit of setting your own schedule, working as much as you want, and seeing your dream grow. However, if you are injured and cannot work, you don’t have…

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Workers’ Compensation Fraud: What It Is And How To Spot It

Workers’ compensation is an insurance program meant to support those who are hurt on the job so they can recover and return to work. In most cases, it works as intended, and everyone benefits. However, employers are wary that some…

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How Does Age Impact Workers’ Compensation Settlements?

With the changes in the U.S. economy in the last decade, more people are working into their later years. If they are hurt on the job, returning to work may be a less attractive option than simply retiring. However, before…

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