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Social Security Disability and Surveillance

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Someone once asked me if Social Security conducts surveillance on people who apply for Social Security Disability.

I think it is very rare for this to happen.

There are just too many people who file for disability, and the Federal Government does not have enough money to chase after people.

However, if someone is receiving Social Security Disability or SSI and the Government receives a tip that they are committing fraud, then I think the Government is very aggressive in investigating it.

This is a criminal violation and you are subject to imprisonment if convicted.

Social Security employees also take it seriously when someone contacts them and reports that they think a person is not really disabled at the application stage.

Need help with your Social Security Disability case? Feel free to call Illinois Social Security Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Surveillance and Workers Comp

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I have seen Workers’ Compensation settlements blow up quickly over surveillance videos.

In Illinois, for purposes of Workers Compensation, it is legal to follow someone and video tape them without their permission.

Insurance Companies will hire private investigators to video tape injured workers.

They attempt to show that a person is going beyond their restrictions, or is not has injured as it appears.

Most people do not need to worry. However, it is important to be aware that you may be on candid camera.

Most videos do not show anything of value.

However, I have seen videos of a person dancing who supposedly had a severe back injury, or roofing a house with a shoulder injury.

If you think you are being watched, you are probably are. And the videos can be, and are used in court.

Questions about your Work Comp settlement or case? Feel free to call Illinois Workers Compensation Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Why Do Workers Comp Settlements Take So Long?

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Work Comp settlements take time because you are dealing with an insurance company.

Insurance companies are full of delays. They have layers of supervisors. Adjusters who handle hundreds of cases. They want to hold onto their money. Several people have to sign off on the contract.

And sometimes the cases are complicated.

The language in the contract is very important.

It can make the difference of thousands of dollars.

It can affect future medical benefits.

So you need to expect some delays, and be patient. What happens with your contract can affect the rest of your life.

Questions about Work Comp case? Feel free to call Illinois Workmans Compensation Lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

Social Security Disability and Medical Treatment

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It may seem obvious, but the most important part of getting approved for Social Security Disability is your medical treatment.

If you do not get treatment you will be denied.

The Administrative Law Judge looks at your medical records when they decide your case.

If you have no treatment or not much treatment you will lose your Social Security Disability case.

I realize it is often very difficult to get medical treatment without health insurance but there are ways to get needed treatment.

You can apply for a state medical card.

You can apply for charity care through local hospitals.

You can apply for free or reduced price clinics.

You can go to community mental health clinics.

Again, none of this is easy. However, you must try very hard to get the needed medical treatment.

It is worth it in the end, when you are found disabled.

Questions about Social Security Disability and medical treatment? Feel free to call Illinois Social Security Disability Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.

What if Work Comp Denies Treatment?

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If the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Company denies your treatment that the doctor is recommending, you have several choices.

Give up.

Have your group health insurance pay for the treatments.

Or fight the Work Comp insurance company.

To fight the Work Comp company you will need to file for a hearing, and have your doctor testify in favor of your treatment.

This will force the insurance company to send you to their doctor and hire a lawyer.

The more you show your willingness to fight the Work Comp insurance company the better your chances.

Questions about getting your medical treatment? Feel free to call Illinois Workmans Compensation Attorney Dirk May at 309-827-4371.