Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

Long Term Disability

I have been unable to do my normal occupation as a heavy equipment mechanic for 2 years and I now have been refused my long term disability due to a redefinition of my disability according to VPA (A voluntary Plan Administrator for my long term disability). I have documentation of a 65% disability and no formal education that makes me qualified for any position other than what I have done since I was 17. The letter I received from VPA states that I am no longer eligible for coverage that I paid into. I opted for the highest compensation in the case of an injury. I am now 44 and have a family to support and have no means of support due to no contributions to SDI or UEI.

I am not aware of any further rights I may have for a source of income and cannot afford an attorney at this point. I am not sure what I need to do. I have tried everything that I know and am seeking any advice you may have for me.

Thank you for your time


Asked on 6/18/07, 3:58 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ronald Mahurin Law Offices of Ronald Glenn Mahurin

Re: Long Term Disability

You might consider applying for social security given your substantial disability.

Additionally, you should review your policy with respect to the long term disability and ascertain if there is a means to challenge the VPA decision or definition. Unfortunately, such falls outside of workers compensation, but you may be able to find a social security attorney represent you on the matter in the course of prosecuting your social security claim.

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Answered on 6/21/07, 4:06 pm


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