Many people need financial assistance while waiting for their disability benefits. You can click here for a list of resources that may help you while waiting for your money to come in.
However, be aware that if you receive assistance from the county to pay for rent, food, or medical assistance, you may be required to pay back some or all of the money if your benefits are approved. That means that you will not get the large lump sum payment that you might be expecting. Before agreeing to any assistance, make sure to ask if you will be required to reimburse the county or organization and carefully read all of the paperwork before you sign it, or you may end up with a not so pleasant surprise.
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Are my Social Security Disability benefits taxable?
According to the Social Security website, your benefits are taxable if:
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
- You file a federal tax return as an individual and your total income is more than $25,000
- You file a joint federal tax return and you and your spose have a total income that is more than $32,000
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
Friday, June 11, 2010
FDA Announces Pfizer recall of Metronidazole, Ciprofloxacin and Ondansetron IV Products.
Pfizer has voluntarily recalled these drugs due to sterility issues. Metronidazole and Ciprofloxacin injections are intravenous antibiotics used to treat infections. Ondanstetron is an I.V. product used to treat nauseau and vomiting related to chemotherapy and surgery. This recall applies only to injection/intravenous products, and is particularly critical for those who are immunocompromised due to the risk of fatal infection.
You can view the full FDA announcement at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm214848.htm.
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
You can view the full FDA announcement at http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm214848.htm.
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Should I attend a Social Security video hearing?
Should I attend a Social Security video hearing?
I was asked by a client this morning about video hearings in Social Security cases. I have found no problems in handling hearings by video. I have a video hearing later today, and in my experience, it has shortened the waiting times for a hearing. While you have the option to refuse a video hearing and demand a live hearing, I do not recommend that to my clients.
I was asked by a client this morning about video hearings in Social Security cases. I have found no problems in handling hearings by video. I have a video hearing later today, and in my experience, it has shortened the waiting times for a hearing. While you have the option to refuse a video hearing and demand a live hearing, I do not recommend that to my clients.
How do I apply for Veteran's Disability benefits with the V.A.?
The Department of Veteran's Affairs (VA) uses an online application process to apply for VA Compensation (Disability Benefits). You can find that application on the VA website at https://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main.asp
You are not allowed to hire an attorney at the initial application phase. However, you can use one of the many veterans service organizations to assist you, and we recommend that you contact one of them. There is a list of these organizations on the VA website at http://www1.va.gov/vso/index.cfm?template=view
If you are denied VA compensation benefits, you can hire an attorney to file a Notice of Disagreement and handle your appeal. You should contact an attorney for an opinion about your rights to appeal and your likelihood of success.
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
You are not allowed to hire an attorney at the initial application phase. However, you can use one of the many veterans service organizations to assist you, and we recommend that you contact one of them. There is a list of these organizations on the VA website at http://www1.va.gov/vso/index.cfm?template=view
If you are denied VA compensation benefits, you can hire an attorney to file a Notice of Disagreement and handle your appeal. You should contact an attorney for an opinion about your rights to appeal and your likelihood of success.
Copyright (c) 2010 by John V. Tucker and Tucker & Ludin, P.A. All rights reserved. For assistance with your Long Term Disability claim, ERISA Disability benefit claim, Social Security Disability claim, or Veterans Disability compensation or pension claim, call Disability Lawyer John Tucker at (866) 282-5260.
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