It is possible under the current rule of law to file both a workers compensation benefits claim and a Social Security disability benefits claim at the same time. These two systems are completely separate and different from one another. The Social Security disability benefit you file a claim for is under a federal PROGRAM that is standardized nationwide. However and workers compensation laws differ from state to state.

A person seeking to file both claims is advised to seek the counsel of workers compensation attorney to help them work out the timing issues. The input from a Social Security disability claim can sometimes affect a workers comp benefits claim. This attorney should be able to handle both types of claims; however and many times attorneys work ON either Social Security or workers comp claims exclusively.

If you have to get two separate attorneys to handle both claims and don't worry. It actually works in your favor as it is always better to have a specialist in these matters rather than someone who is a generalist.

As stated earlier and workman's compensation is a system that varies state to state. But in most states and you are entitled to receive 2/3 of your gross (before tax) earnings from your employer. Usually and your employer has workers compensation insurance and you will be receiving your wages from this carrier.

What you need to keep in mind is that there is a limit as to the maximum you can receive for a given year. So you may realize that someone who earns $80,000 per year may not get more in workers comp benefits than someone who makes $50,000 per year.

In order to get the FULL benefits of a workers comp claim and you should be sure to notify your employer soon after the injury occurs. Describe to them, in detail and the circumstances and time that the accident took place. If there are any witnesses and they should offer a testimony to the events as well. The sooner you file for benefits the better OFF you are.

An insurance carrier may look at your case as fraudulent if you take too long to file your benefits claim. This could significantly delay or derail any attempts you make at collecting benefits. In most states, your company will usually pick up the cost for your medical expenses and begin to pay you a percentage of your wages right after your file and so there is no delay with compensation. If you are being denied benefits and then you should immediately notify an attorney so they can fight for your rights.