What to Do After a Slip and Fall Accident: Know Your Legal Rights
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere. Whether it is a grocery store, a sidewalk or someone’s home, these accidents can lead to serious injuries. If you have been hurt in a slip and fall, you may wonder what your legal rights are. Understanding your options is the first step toward getting the help you need.
Property owners have a legal duty to keep their premises safe. This includes...
How to Handle Medical Examinations and Consultative Exams in SSD Cases
Understanding the Role of Medical Exams in SSD Claims
Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be stressful. One critical part of the process is the medical examination. In some cases, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will also require a consultative exam.
Knowing how to handle both types of exams is important for the success of your claim.
What is a Medical...
SSA No Longer Mailing Paper Checks: What SSD and SSI Recipients Need to Know
If you receive Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits it is important to know that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has stopped mailing paper checks. This change affects everyone who receives federal benefits including retirement benefits through Social Security.
The SSA now requires all benefit payments to be made electronically....
Berger and Green was honored to return as a sponsor for the 2025 DVE Rocks Children’s Hospital Radiothon benefiting the UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh Foundation. The radiothon supports patients and their families, ensuring they receive the best possible care. Funds raised also support the Child Life Staff, who make hospital stays easier for kids with play, support, and comfort.
Berger and Green proudly presented a $5,000 donation at this year’s...
If you live in Pennsylvania and are applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you may be wondering how long the process takes and what each step involves. At Berger and Green, we understand how frustrating and stressful this process can be especially when you are dealing with a serious medical condition. Here is a look at the SSD application timeline from start to finish so you know what to expect.
1. Initial Application (4 to 8 Months)
The...