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As we discussed in prior blog posts, the resolution to a Social Security Disability claim can take years. Well, guess what? The road to Medicare eligibility can also prove to be a long one. Medicare entitlement is considered to be an added benefit to the monthly...
James enjoys being out on the road. As an owner/operator, he gets to determine his own routes for his deliveries. He gets to pick and choose the trips he wants to take. He also owns the truck he uses for his deliveries and controls all the details of its maintenance....
You’ve probably been to the deli counter at your local supermarket many times to get your favorite lunch meats and cheeses. You know the drill: You pull a paper ticket from the red dispenser and wait for your number to be called. Then you look up to the electronic...
Sorry, but yes, you are hurting yourself in many ways by not reporting all of your wages—regardless of whether your employer does it or not. For starters, it is illegal. You may be prosecuted for failing to pay taxes on your income. You are also more protected by...
You know what they say, “slip happens.” One day in 2009 while Jerry was working at his retail job at the mall, he slipped and fell. Yeah, he got a little banged up and was therefore entitled to file a claim, and he received temporary total workers’ compensation. The...
Same as teacher: whether there is an intent to work during the period of layoff or whether they are willing to accept the layoff and not get paid, and rely on unemployment at this time. Also, it may affect the rate that they are paid because the question would be...
If you work for an employer that withholds Social Security taxes from your paycheck, the general expectation is that you will receive those benefits when you are eligible—given that you are found to be disabled or are retire. But did you know that in some situations,...
I chose to specialize in Social Security law because I sincerely enjoy helping people and advocating for their rights. It’s true, the Social Security disability process can be complex, intimidating and overwhelming. Every Social Security claimant deserves to have his...