Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Self-Employed People Can Protect Against Long-Term Disabilities In Florida
Long-term disabilities in Florida can happen to anyone. Regardless of your age, your occupation, or your prior health, you could find yourself facing a condition that impacts your ability to work and provide for yourself financially. Long-term disability insurance provided by employers is a lifeline in this situation, but what do you do if… Read More »
Tips For Getting Long Term Disability Benefits If Your Suffer Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
All of us get tired and rundown sometimes and know how hard it is to get through the workday feeling this way. Taking a day off occasionally may be an option for otherwise healthy people. However, when fatigue occurs regularly it could be a sign of something more serious and can have a major… Read More »
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: How Distractions Increase Your Long Term Disability Risks
This month is designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It calls attention to an unfortunately common problem that significantly increases the likelihood of car accidents and injuries. However, being distracted poses other risks, even when you are not behind the wheel. Find out some of the ramifications of not paying attention and how it… Read More »
Six Types Of Impairments In Long Term Disability Claims
Long-term disabilities can happen due to a variety of causes, impacting your health and quality of life in multiple ways. If you are unable to work for a year or longer, you may be entitled to long-term disability (LTD) benefits. Our Orlando long-term disability attorney explains the six common types of impairments. Impairments That… Read More »
Four Reasons To Hire A Long Term Disability Attorney
Long-term disabilities create challenges in every area of your life. In addition to your health, one of your most pressing concerns is likely to be continuing to provide for yourself once you are no longer able to work. Long-term disability benefits available either through your employer or through the Social Security Administration help maintain… Read More »
Six Common Causes Of Long-Term Disabilities Among Young Adults
Long-term disabilities are often associated with older adults. They can happen due to decades of performing strenuous job-related tasks and common health concerns that often go along with aging. The idea that young people are immune, though, is a myth. The following are six common causes of disability among young adults that could prompt… Read More »
Documenting Long Term Disabilities
There are a variety of common health conditions that could eventually leave you suffering long term disabilities. These often start with relatively minor symptoms that continually worsen over time to the point of preventing you from working. Long term disability (LTD) insurance you may be entitled to either through your employer or through the… Read More »
When To Consult With A Long Term Disability Attorney And What To Bring With You
Long term disability (LTD) benefits provide a safety net if you are unable to work. Whether provided through your employer, a privately purchased policy, or the Social Security Administration (SSA), they help you provide for yourself and your loved ones by offsetting lost wages you suffer. Unfortunately, despite being entitled to these benefits, obtaining… Read More »
Disability Benefits For Workers Exposed To Asbestos
Asbestos was previously used in a variety of consumer products. Comprised of fire resistant fibers, this naturally occurring material was eventually linked to different types of respiratory illnesses and restrictions were imposed on widespread use. Today, it is still found in many commercial materials and workers in a variety of fields suffer the ill… Read More »
COVID And Your Rights To Long Term Disability Benefits
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to have major impacts on the daily lives of Floridians. Case counts have soared over the past few months with the emergence of the highly-contagious Omicron variant, leaving even more people suffering what has been termed ‘long haul COVID’ symptoms. When these prevent you from working, you may be entitled… Read More »
