Pennsylvania Short-Term Disability Lawyers
People tend to take their health and physical well-being for granted until they become ill or injured. Most injuries and illnesses are relatively minor, at most requiring an individual to spend a few days recovering. However, in some instances, they may be more serious, resulting in significant time being spent away from work. Depending on the duration of the injury or illness, a worker in this position may be eligible to receive short-term disability benefits through their employer.
If you or someone you know is sick or injured and cannot work, short-term disability benefits can help provide you with the financial assistance you need while you recover. Contact the Pennsylvania disability lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at to speak with a qualified legal professional about the details of your case and learn more about how you can get the financial compensation you need.
Short-Term Disability Benefits
There are a number of different things that an individual who is considering applying for short-term disability benefits should keep in mind, including:
- Eligibility for short-term disability benefits typically begins between 0 and 14 days after the injury occurs or illness begins
- Payments are typically in the amount of 40 to 65 percent of the employee’s income
- Short-term disability benefits are only available for a limited time period, the maximum amount usually being no longer than 2 years.
Unfortunately, even if you do meet the criteria for short-term disability benefits, it may be difficult to successfully apply for and receive these benefits. Therefore, it may be necessary to seek legal representation.
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If you have suffered an injury or illness that has kept you from working, we can help you to obtain the benefits you need. Contact the Pennsylvania injury attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling today.