cynatnite
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Thu Jan-20-11 07:21 PM
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Does anyone know anything about permanent disability? |
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My husband injured his knee on the job back in 2009 and we just got a rating from the doctor. He said that it is a 10% permanent disability. The restrictions he placed on him rules out so much that I don't know what he can do other than sitting behind a desk (which he has no desire for or experience).
The doctor said he is at risk for meniscus tears and arthritis in the future. There is also a 4% whole person disability...whatever that means.
We're not sure what all this means for him. It actually has us worried. The income took a huge hit in the first place when he got hurt.
Does anyone have a clue?
Thanks.
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Thu Jan-20-11 07:33 PM
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1. ummm..10% means he can only do desk work? |
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I don't get it.This means he is 90% able and yet he can only do desk work?
Hell..I promise you I have more injuries than him and yet do my job in the factory every day.
sorry..no sympathy here.
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Thu Jan-20-11 08:02 PM
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3. What do you think of these restrictions... |
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No greater than 45 lbs from ground to waist, <35 from waist to shoulder, carry <30 lbs.
Not looking for sympathy. Just trying to make sense of the news we got handed today.
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Thu Jan-20-11 07:34 PM
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2. Dunno, check 'seniors' and 'boomers' groups. |
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Thu Jan-20-11 08:04 PM
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4. "Disability" (as in Social Security) doesn't equate with TOTAL INCAPACITY. |
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Edited on Thu Jan-20-11 09:00 PM by UTUSN
One of the standards is not being able to sustain employment at a COMPARABLE job for which somebody is particularly trained or significantly experienced in. That is, a welder who can't do welding anymore might likely qualify for Disability because, while he might be able to work as a greeter at Walmart, he can't do WELDING.
On Edit: There are scads of lawyers specializing in SSA cases. They like to be involved from the begining of the application rather than coming into it later, like after a stage or two of being Denied and appealing the Denials.
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cynatnite
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Thu Jan-20-11 08:35 PM
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When it comes to being a truck driver, he has to pass a physical with a company approved doctor. Most trucking companies require a minimum of 75 lbs lifting ability as well.
He has been a truck driver for a very long time and is now in his 40s. These restrictions take him away from doing a lot of blue collar work. He has no experience or desire to work behind a desk.
You provided a lot of information and I really appreciate it. We're going to make some calls tomorrow.
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Thu Jan-20-11 09:03 PM
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7. You're welcome and good luck!1 (Get the lawyer) n/t |
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Thu Jan-20-11 08:50 PM
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6. It does mean the inability to do meaningful work |
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While calling someone is a good idea, having been through the process myself, I am doubtful a 10% will result in a successful claim, especially if the payments would be higher than the current pay. Definitely worth looking into; the requirements may be less stringent than when I was awarded.
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Thu Jan-20-11 09:41 PM
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8. We're just confused by this which is why we're calling someone. n/t |
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