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At QuatriniRafferty, we are frequently asked by our clients receiving Social Security Disability if they can return to work, and if so, what they can earn and remain eligible for Social Security benefits. In general, those receiving Social Security Disability benefits may be able to earn some small amount without impacting their benefits. However, any work…
By Margo A. Russell, Paralegal If you receive Medicare and have low income and few resources, help may be available to you. If you apply for state assistance, the state may pay your Medicare premiums and, in some cases, other Medicare expenses such as deductibles, coinsurance, or premiums and prescription co-payments related to the Medicare…
By Kellie J. Taylor, Paralegal Another provision of the stimulus package provides for the one-time payment of $250 to individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security benefits. Details are still being finalized, but those entitled to receive a payment are expected to receive it by June 2009. The payment will be received…
By A. Tereasa Rerko, Esq. Often at the recommendation of someone you trust, you begin the process of applying for SSD or SSI disability benefits. Regardless of the strength of your case, be forewarned: there will be obstacles to navigate before you collect any benefits. QuatriniRafferty‘s experienced legal staff can guide you through the following difficulties:…
At QuatriniRafferty, we assist clients seeking Social Security disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits. The Social Security Act also provides retirement benefits. While an attorney is not needed to obtain retirement benefits, here are some questions we often answer. Who can receive retirement benefits? Retirement benefits are generally available to individuals 62 years of age or…
By Brian Patrick Bronson, Esq. If you have a work history and have paid taxes on your income, the Social Security Administration (SSA) keeps track of your earnings. Every year you will receive a statement from SSA that provides several types of information to you. First, the statement will provide an estimate of the various…
By Barbara J. Artuso, Esq. Did you know that when you apply for Social Security Disability/Supplemental Security Income benefits, your medical condition is not the first issue that must be addressed? Instead, in order to receive disability benefits under one of these two programs administered by the federal government, financial eligibility must first be established. Even though…
By Brian Patrick Bronson, Esq. In another article A Summary: Long Term and Short Term Disability, we discussed the connection between Social Security Disability and private disability insurance. This issue’s article will provide more information about private disability insurance coverage. Disability insurance is one of the most important forms of insurance that you can have because it protects you…
By A. Tereasa Rerko, Esq. Our clients often ask, “My doctor says that I’m disabled. Why doesn’t Social Security approve my disability benefits?” We have to tell them that qualifying for Social Security Disability benefits is a much more complex process than simply having a doctor say the word “disabled.” The decision by the Social Security Administration (SSA)…
By Brian Patrick Bronson, Esq. As an employee, you may be entitled to various employee benefits from your employer. These benefits may include health insurance, family medical leave, short-term and long-term disability benefits, and sickness and accident benefits. However, these programs can be confusing at the time when you need them most — when you have suffered…
