Long-Term vs Short-Term Disability
Long-terms Disability
Working with insurance companies to get your disability benefits can feel impossible. Our disability attorneys handle both employer-provided coverage claims and privately purchased coverage claims. If your short-term or long-term disability claim has been denied or has been unnecessarily prolonged, let the hard-fighting disability attorneys at the Law Offices of Eric A. Shore help you recover the benefits you were wrongfully denied. Our short terms & long term disability attorneys generally represent claimants in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. However, if you are located in another state, we may still be able to help you with your claim. Please contact our office for more information.
Short-Terms Disability
Working with insurance companies to get your disability benefits can feel impossible. Our disability attorneys handle both employer-provided coverage claims and privately purchased coverage claims. If your short-term or long-term disability claim has been denied or has been unnecessarily prolonged, let the hard-fighting disability attorneys at the Law Offices of Eric A. Shore help you recover the benefits you were wrongfully denied. Our short terms & long term disability attorneys generally represent claimants in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. However, if you are located in another state, we may still be able to help you with your claim. Please contact our office for more information.
Your Attorney
Linda M. Lopez, Esq.
Linda is the Managing Attorney of the Long-Term Disability/ Short-Term Disability Department at the Law Offices of Eric A. Shore. Linda is an experienced litigator handling workers’ compensation and a variety of disability cases. She has devoted her career to advocating for the rights of injured and disabled people. Linda earned her J.D. from Villanova University School of Law, and her B.A. from Moravian College. She is admitted to practice law in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, as well as the United States District Courts for the Eastern, Middle and Western Districts of Pennsylvania, and the District of New Jersey. She is also accredited to represent veterans in their claims before the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. She joined the Law Offices of Eric A. Shore in 2017.
.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time do I have after an accident to file a lawsuit?
The statute of limitations for both personal injury and workers’ compensation cases is usually 2-3 years, depending on what state you reside in and where your accident occurred. However, it is important to check the laws of your particular state, as you must usually file within the statute of limitations. You should seek out an attorney to help you with your claim as soon as possible.
What should I do after an injury?
If you become injured as a result of someone else’s negligence, always consider going to the Emergency Room. When filing a Personal Injury claim, we need all the documentation we can get to prove your case and win you the money you deserve. Then call our office for a free consultation.
What should I do after a car accident?
If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is crucial that you wait for the police, and tell the police if you are injured. You want your complaints to be documented in the police report, so that we may refer back to them while in litigation. Make sure to call our office before giving any formal statements and to receive your free case evaluation.
Should I tell my insurance company if I get into a car accident?
Yes, if you are involved a motor vehicle accident, you must report the accident to your insurance carrier immediately. Your insurance company should pay for your medical bills.
What should I do if I am injured on the job?
After a work injury you must report it to your supervisor immediately. Each state has a different deadline for notification, but it is best to get your injuries documented as soon as possible.
Can I see my regular doctor after a workplace injury?
In many states you must treat with the company doctor for 90 days in order to claim Workers’ Compensation. After that, you may return to your regular doctor for treatment. Ask your lawyer about the rules in your state. Failure to follow the rules could damage your case.
