The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 was enacted to “assure equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self-sufficiency to persons with disabilities.” But has the ADA done its job? After more than 25 years, how has the ADA...
Month: June 2016
Alert! Social Security and Ohio Workers’ Compensation Benefits Are Not Mutually Exclusive.
Are you currently receiving Ohio workers’ compensation benefits, especially temporary total or permanent total benefits?If so, we’d like to advise you of some important considerations. Please note: If you are receiving Ohio workers’ compensation temporary total...
“How Do They Expect Me to Live on SSI?” We Get Asked This Question a Lot.
Can you make it on less than $800 a month? In 2016, the maximum SSI benefit is $773 per month. Think about it: $773 a month to cover the basic necessities of rent, food, utilities, medical costs not met by Medicaid, etc. For most of us, this would not be enough;...
What Is MMI and Why Did It Stop My Workers’ Comp Benefits?
The concept of MMI is one of the thorniest issues in workers’ compensation. Even if you’ve suffered a back, knee or foot injury on the job, determining MMI can be a pain in the neck (not to mention a kick in the gut if your workers’ comp benefits are stopped). MMI...