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Maternity and Parental Leave and Paid Time Off for Pregnancy in California
Paid and unpaid time off is available for pregnancy and parenting in California.
Can You Get Disability Without a Doctor?
Social Security disability determinations are made first and foremost on the evidence in your medical records, so if you don't have any doctor's visits, you'll face an uphill battle.
West Virginia Workers' Comp Claims: Eligibility, Filing and Appeals
Employees in West Virginia are entitled to collect workers' compensation benefits if they are injured while performing their job or if they develop an illness that is related to their work (an “occupational” disease).
Getting Disability Benefits for Injuries From a Gunshot Wound
If you have a gunshot wound that resulted in severe physical or psychological damage, you may have a successful Social Security disability claim.
Should You Get Legal Help for Your Disability Claim?
You’re not required to hire a disability attorney, but having a lawyer can improve your chance of getting SSDI or SSI benefits.
How Can I Get a Disability Lawyer for Free?
Even at legal aid offices, most disability attorneys and nonattorney advocates work on contingency.
How Is Social Security Disability Back Pay Taxed?
The IRS has implemented a fair system for taxing Social Security disability back payments that come in a lump sum.
Should I Agree to a Video Hearing for My Disability Hearing?
Each method of hearing has its benefits, but in-person hearings offer unique advantages.
What Not to Say When Filling Out Social Security Disability Forms
It's more important to focus on saying as much as you can about your disability.
How to Write a Prehearing Brief for Your Disability Appeal
Giving the disability judge a summary of the points you want to make can help your disability appeal.