Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What Does SSA Review for Determining Cancer Disability?
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death globally and in the US, and the data indicates that trends will rise in the coming years. According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the number of cancer survivors living in the US is projected to be 22.2 million by 2030. Every year, there are… Read More »
Workers’ Comp for Injuries in Maryland Office Buildings
Construction, agriculture, and public safety are the industries you expect to top the list when it comes to workplace injuries. Most people do not see executives, clerical, and administrative, and professionals as working in a hazardous environment, but you would be surprised at the figures. According to the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission (MD WCC),… Read More »
Does My Child Qualify for SSI in Maryland?
If your child was born with or developed a disability, you may be wondering what benefits your family would be entitled to under rules established by the Social Security Administration (SSA). There are clearly different issues when the disabled individual is a minor, so the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) regulations for children include specific… Read More »
Avoid These Mistakes with Your Long-Term Disability Claim
If you have long-term disability insurance through work or purchased your own policy, the statistics reveal that you are in a good position for your future. Insurance experts report that one-quarter of people who are 20 years old today will be unable to work for at least a year because of a disability they… Read More »
How SSA Assesses Your Ability to do Other Work for SSDI
One of the key criteria to qualify for Social Security disability is having a disabling medical condition that prevents you from working or limits your work, and which is expected to last at least 12 months. With the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, you must also have sufficient work credits, measured by your… Read More »
Do Pre-Existing Conditions Void Maryland Workers’ Comp Benefits?
Workplace accidents can happen despite the best safety practices, so workers’ compensation laws operate to get injured employees the treatment they need and help them return to work. In Maryland, the employer is required to pay benefits when a covered employee is injured or killed while on-the-job. This provision raises important questions about whether… Read More »
Questions to Ask Before Settling a Maryland Workers’ Comp Claim
When you were injured at work and sought benefits under workers’ compensation, you might not realize that you have options regarding how your claim is resolved. Some information from the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission provides insight. Of the 21,840 workers’ comp claims that are filed every year, 5,210 settle before going to a hearing…. Read More »
What Happens If I Receive an Inheritance on SSI?
If you have been approved for Social Security disability, you know that continuing to receive benefits means you must remain eligible under strict rules established by the Social Security Administration (SSA). For individuals who rely on Supplemental Security Income (SSI), the medical requirement is that you have a disabling condition that prevents you from… Read More »
Research Shows 1 Million+ Disabled Americans are Missing Out on SSDI/SSI
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are two important programs for those with disabilities, providing monetary and medical benefits if you qualify. Rules established by the Social Security Administration (SSA) include strict requirements and eligibility criteria, but the financial support means a lot if you qualify. Unfortunately, a researcher has… Read More »
Seek Emergency Care for Serious Workplace Injuries in Maryland
If you were hurt in a workplace accident, the first things to cross your mind are the nature of your injuries and seeking medical care. Depending on the severity, you might consider an urgent care center or head to your own physician’s office. However, for certain injuries, it is critical to visit the emergency… Read More »
