Am I able to get disability and workers’ comp?

Like other states, Oklahoma has a workers’ compensation system. Employees in this state who get hurt on the job can, among other benefits, receive some compensation for lost wages. While helpful, this compensation does not pay for everything. A person permanently disabled because of a work injury may also need to find other means…

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Answer questions carefully if you receive a Function Report

If some kind of disability prevents you from working, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. When you apply for disability benefits, the Social Security Administration will send various forms for you to complete. One such form is the Function Report. What is this, and what kind of questions are there? The Function…

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Can I get Social Security disability for mental illness?

Disabled individuals suffering from a disability related to a mental health condition may be able to receive Social Security disability (SSD) benefits to help with their expenses and needs. Because Social Security disability benefits are important for many disabled individuals and their families, disabled individuals suffering from a mental illness should be familiar with…

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What is the Social Security disability appeals process?

Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) is an important protection for those who are unable to work because of a medical disability that prevents them from doing so. Because of the importance of SSDI benefits, disabled applicants should know what they can do if their application for benefits has been denied. In general, to qualify…

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Supplemental Security Income and the counting of resources

A common concern for Oklahomans who are seeking or already receiving Supplemental Security Income is how their resources will impact their payments. People who have too many resources while meeting the other requirements to receive SSI benefits of being 65 or older, blind or disabled should know the facts about resources. Since SSI is…

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