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Biography
Attorney Michael Levin is an experienced advocate for those in Workers' Compensation and Disability matters. He has experience working on both sides, and he understands how insurance companies function. This gives him an advantage when promoting, assisting, and advancing Disability and Workers' Comp benefits and protections for all.
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Education
- New England Law | Boston
- J.D. (2002) | Law
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- Northeastern University
- B.S. (1992) | Political Science
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Professional Experience
- Attorney
- Michael Levin, Esq.
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Publications
Articles & Publications
- Filing a Claim for Social Security Disability—Do You Qualify?
- Michael Levin, Esq. | Attorney at Law
- Filing a Workers’ Comp Claim—What to Expect
- Michael Levin, Esq. | Attorney at Law
Awards
- Peer Review Rated 5.0/5.0
- Martindale-Hubbell
- 2019
- Excellent Rating
- Avvo
- Best Workers' Compensation Attorneys in Springfield
- Expertise.com
Professional Associations
- Worcester County Bar Association
- Member
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- Hampden County Bar Association
- Member
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- Hampshire County Bar Association
- Member
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- National Organization of Social Security Claimants Representatives (NOSSCR)
- Member
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- Workers Injury Law and Advocacy Group
- Member
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Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
- Massachusetts
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- New Hampshire
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Fees
- Free Consultation
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Contingent Fees
Workers' Compensation, 20%; Social Security, 25%
Practice Areas
- Workers' Compensation
- Social Security Disability
Languages
- English: Spoken, Written
Legal Answers
- Q. How long to file an appeal for workers' comp denial in NH without a formal denial?
- A: If you filed your workers' compensation claim right after it happened, then you tolled the statute of limitations and don't need to worry about it. You can contact the Dept. of Labor any time and ask them to schedule a hearing in your case. However, you have a bigger concern... You have an obligation and duty to pursue your claim. By waiting for a year and a half without pursuing it, you created a situation where the insurance company is going to defend themselves by arguing that this is essentially the first time they're hearing of it. They will argue that they weren't presented with medical bills, no one asked for authorization to treat you, there was no lost time from ... Read More
- Q. Can I sue the insurance company for negligence due to inadequate lighting at work?
- A: The short answer to your question is no, you can't sue your employer's workers' comp. insurance for the poor lighting. The long answer is more complicated. First, you wouldn't be suing your employer's workers' comp insurance for the poor lighting; you would be suing your employer directly. Second, because your injury happened at work, you are trapped in the world of workers' comp. That means that if your employer were found liable for the poor lighting, the most you would get for it would be to double your benefit rate. But it's not that simple. Proving that your employer was liable for the poor lighting in the workers' comp context means that ... Read More
- Q. Is it illegal to own stocks while on Workmen's Comp?
- A: Here in Massachusetts, there are no issues with holding stocks while receiving workers' compensation benefits. Holding stocks will not disqualify you.
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