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The Jacksonville attorneys at Sullivan & Hepler will assist you personally with your Social Security disability, criminal defense, and workers' compensation case. We have the background, expertise and experience to resolve your case with successful results. If you have questions regarding your case Sullivan & Hepler has the answers you are looking for.FAQ Categories:
Social Security Disability
- Video: My doctor says I shouldn’t work, but does that mean anything to the Social Security office?
- Video: My doctor says I’m disabled, so don’t I automatically become legally disabled and therefore qualify for benefits?
- Video: How do you qualify to get benefits under Social Security Disability?
- Video: Is the definition of disability the same for both programs? What factors determine whether I am eligible for SSD or SSDI?
- Video: What are my chances I’ll be approved for benefits when I first apply?
- Video: I’ve been sent a letter saying my initial claim has been denied. What should I do?
- Video: I’ve been turned down for benefits and the Social Security Administration wants me to go see one of their doctors. How does that work?
- Video: I have mental health disabilities. Does Social Security recognize this as a disability? Isn't it difficult to prove?
- Video: Should I keep some kind of a diary or log of my illness and the doctors I have seen?
- Video: This process is taking too long and it’s just not worth the effort. I am thinking of giving up!
- Video: How much will it cost me to hire an attorney to help with my claim?
- Video: My first claim has been denied; how long do I have to appeal the decision? When should I contact an attorney?
- Video: What kind of records do I need to have when I file my claim? What if it’s going to take me awhile to pull those records together?
- Video: Will Social Security send me a checklist of records I’m missing?
- Video: Why did you decide to write a book about Social Security Disability?
- Video: What should someone know about applying for disability?
- Video: At what point should I begin the application process?
- Video: It looks like I’ll be out of work a little over a year, but I’ll go back. Should I apply for benefits?
- Video: Are there any other reasons I should apply as soon as I think I’ll be unable to work a year or more?
- Video: How can I get a copy of the book?
- Video: How can I apply for Social Security Disability benefits?
- Video: I like doing things online because it’s fast and easy. Is there anything I should know about applying for Social Security Disability benefits online?
- Video: Going in person to the Social Security office takes time. Is there any advantage to going in person?
- Video: Can I have someone go with me when I go to the Social Security Office?
- Video: What kind of papers do I need to bring?
- Video: Should I keep some kind of a diary or log of the doctors I’ve seen since I stopped working?
- Video: I have some of my medical records, but not all of them. Should I bring them to the interview?
- Do I have a better chance of winning if I hire an attorney?
- How much does an attorney charge?
- Can an attorney help speed up my case?
- When should I apply?
- I have been turned down for Social Security benefits and have been told to apply for a hearing. How long will it take before I get my day in court?
- I have been turned down for Social Security disability benefits. How long do I have to appeal?
- When will I be considered "disabled?"
- What is the Social Security claims process like?
- What kind of evidence is used in evaluating my Social Security disability claim?
Workers' Compensation
- Video: Why do I need an attorney for my Workers' Comp case? Part 1
- Video: Why do I need an attorney for my Workers' Comp case? Part 2
- Video: My employer insists that I go back to work like before, but my doctor says I’m not ready. What should I do?
- Video: Will the Workers Compensation carrier pay for me to go to my own doctor for an assessment?
- Video: The insurance company is picking the doctor. What if I feel that the doctor is siding with the insurance company?
- Video: I’m being pressured at work to do more than my doctor says I should. What should I do?
- Video: I don’t trust the doctor I’ve been assigned. I know I can change my assigned doctor one time. Why shouldn't I just go ahead and do that?
- Video: I’ve been assigned to see a nurse practitioner instead of a doctor. I prefer to see a doctor. What can I do?
Video: As my attorney, how will you handle my case? If the case settles, what determines the settlement value?
- Video: I cannot work anymore. Can I combine my Social Security benefit with my Workers’ Compensation benefit?
- Video: I cannot work anymore. If I file for and am awarded Social Security Disability what happens to my Workers' Compensation benefit?
- Video: As my attorney, how will you handle my case? If the case settles, what determines the settlement value?
- Video: I’ve been assigned to see a nurse practitioner instead of a doctor. I prefer to see a doctor. What can I do?
- Video: I don’t trust the doctor I’ve been assigned. I know I can change my assigned doctor one time. Why don’t I just go ahead and do that?
- Video: What is the history of the Workers’ Comp system?
- Video: How long do I have to report an injury to my employer?
- Video: Who do you report your injury to?
- Video: What if my employer won’t report my injury?
- Video: What is the biggest mistake people make?
- Video: What is meant by ‘Major Contributing Cause’?
- Video: How long does it take for a ‘prior’ injury to not be tied to my new injury?
Video: What about a previous injury that I have?
- Video: What is ‘Average Weekly Wage’ (AWW)?
- Video: What if I’m a seasonal employee?
- Video: What is TTD (Temporary Total Disability)?
- Video: Is there a limit on temporary disability benefits?
- Video: What is Temporary Partial Disability?
- Video: How is the amount I receive for Temporary Partial Disability determined?
- Video: What if I don’t like the new, temporary job my employer has arranged for me?
- Video: I’ve been on Partial Disability and I’m not going to get any better. What happens next?
- Video: My assigned doctor says that I’m at ‘Maximum Medical Improvement’ or MMI. What kind of income can I expect?
- Video: What is ‘Permanent Total Disability’?
- When should I report my work injury?
- Who should I report my injury to?
- How long does my employer have to report a work injury to its Workers' Compensation Insurance Company?
- What if my employer will not report the work injury to its Workers' Compensation Carrier (insurance company)?
- If I lose time from work due to my Workers' Compensation accident, am I entitled to compensation for the lost earnings?
- How much money will I get while I am out of work?
- What if my employer or the carrier denies my claim for Workers' Compensation benefits?
- What if my claim isn't denied? Should I speak with a Florida Workers' Compensation Attorney?
Criminal Defense
- Video: This is my first DUI, is it really a big deal?
- Video: In a DUI case can the Judge withhold adjudication? Can a DUI be expunged or sealed?
Video: When will a DUI conviction be taken off my record?
- Video: What are some of the penalties for a first time DUI conviction? What costs are associated? Part 1
- Video: First DUI conviction, penalties and costs. Part 2
- Video: What if someone is hurt or killed as the result of me driving under the influence?
- Video: Should I take the breath test if stopped for DUI?
- Video: Can't I refuse to take the breath test? What happens if I do?
- Video: Will I be arrested if I refuse to take the breath test?
- Video: What if the breath test shows I am under the legal limit?
- Video: Can I hire a DUI attorney before I make my plea? Should I plead NOT guilty?
- Video: What if I know I am guilty? Should I still plead NOT guilty? What does this really mean?
- Video: I failed the breath test; what good will an attorney do me now?
- Video: What if I have a DUI conviction in another state? Will it count against me in Florida?
- Video: Don't I have to be found guilty of a DUI charge before my license is suspended?
- Video: Can I challenge my license suspension?
- Video: What is the purpose of a DMV Hearing?
- Video: What will my attorney want to know about my case?
- Video: What details about my case should I write down?
- Video: What if my prescription medication has caused me to be charged with DUI?
- Video: How can I be charged with DUI if I don't take the breath test?
- Video: What role does the arresting officer play in a DUI case?
- Video: It seem like the court favors the State's case against a DUI charge. How can you fight that?
- What are the penalties for a first DUI conviction?
- If I decide to fight my DUI charge, will I have to take time off to go to court?
- Why was my license suspended when I haven't been convicted of DUI?
- Can I get a hardship license?
- Do I have to plead guilty just because my blow was over the limit?
- Do I have to do 50 hours of community service for a first conviction?
- If my spouse also uses my car, can I get out of the mandatory impoundment?
- What is the Victim Impact Panel?
- Can I get the charge reduced to reckless driving?
- What if the police didn't read me my rights?
- Can I get my friends to testify for me?
- What happens if my probation is violated?
- Can I do my jail time on weekends so I don't lose my job?
- Does a prior conviction that I had in another state count against me? Will the judge know about that?
- Do I have to testify if I go to trial?
- Does it help if the police video taped the arrest?
- What if I had a car accident?
- What is an ignition interlock device?
- What is speedy trial?
- I was taking prescription medication that my doctor gave me, so why am I being charged with DUI?
- Why did the police make me give a urine sample?
- I already pled guilty to a DUI, but now I've changed my mind. Can I withdraw my plea?
- I have other questions that aren't covered here. Can I call and ask questions for free?
- Can I get a copy of your book?
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FAQs
Social Security Disability
- Video: My doctor says I shouldn’t work, but does that mean anything to the Social Security office?
- Video: My doctor says I’m disabled, so don’t I automatically become legally disabled and therefore qualify for benefits?
- Video: How do you qualify to get benefits under Social Security Disability?
Workers' Compensation
- Video: Why do I need an attorney for my Workers' Comp case? Part 1
- Video: Why do I need an attorney for my Workers' Comp case? Part 2
- Video: My employer insists that I go back to work like before, but my doctor says I’m not ready. What should I do?