State Laws on SDI and TDI
State Laws on SDI and TDI
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Short-Term Disability Benefits Available From State Governments
Short-term disability benefits are not available from Social Security or elsewhere in the federal government. If you are disabled less than a year, you can’t collect Social Security disability or SSI.
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California Short-Term Disability Overview
California provides paid time off for disability, parenting, and pregnancy leave.
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New York Temporary Disability Insurance Program for Pregnancy
New York has a state temporary disability program that pays employees who are unable to work due to pregnancy, and childbirth.
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New Jersey Short-Term Disability and Pregnancy
New Jersey's temporary disability insurance (TDI) program provides some wage replacement to employees who are unable to work due to a non-work related disability, including pregnancy.
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Hawaii Short-Term Disability and Pregnancy Disability Laws
Hawaii offers short-term disability for employees who are temporarily unable to work for a variety of reasons, including pregnancy; learn the rules here.
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Rhode Island Short-Term Disability and Pregnancy
Rhode Island has a temporary disability insurance program (TDI) and a paid family leave program (TCI).
Information on Short-Term Disability Benefits
Information on Short-Term Disability Benefits
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Short-Term Disability Benefits for Medical Operations
If you have to miss work because of an illness or injury unrelated to your job, you might be entitled to short-term disability benefits.
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Short-Term Disability Benefits After an Injury
If you have short-term disability insurance, you will most likely be covered for off-the-job injuries .
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Preparing and Filing Your Short-Term Disability Claim
If you are entitled to compensation while you are out of work with a short-term or temporary disability, make sure you follow all the necessary steps to get paid.
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Appealing a Denied Short-Term Disability Claim
If your claim for short-term disability benefits is denied, you have the right to appeal -- but you must carefully follow all the rules and requirements.
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Buying a Short-Term Disability Policy for Pregnancy
Short-term disability insurance policies cover time off work for pregnancy and childbirth.
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Short-Term Disability Insurance Overview
Learn how long the waiting period for short-term disability is and when you should be approved for short-term disability insurance benefits.
Questions on Short-Term Disability
Questions on Short-Term Disability
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How Long Does Short-Term Disability Last?
If you are covered by temporary disability insurance, the terms of the plan will determine how long you are eligible for benefits; typically, plans provide coverage for three to six months.
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Are You Entitled to Pay From Your Employer for a Short-Term Disability?
If your employer offers paid sick leave, or you are covered by a short-term disability insurance plan, you may be entitled to compensation if you need time off due to a disability.
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Does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Cover Short-Term Illnesses?
The Americans with Disabilities Act doesn't generally protect employees with minor, temporary conditions; learn the rules here.