Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Deadlines You Need to Know for Long-Term Disability Claims
Navigating the legal process is a very complex undertaking, and one of the reasons for this complexity is the deadlines. From statutes of limitation to deadlines to file an appeal, legal deadlines are numerous and heartbreaking if not met, sometimes resulting in the loss of the right to file a case. Similarly, engaging with… Read More »
Farrell Disability Law once again listed as Top 3 Social Security Disability Lawyers by ThreeBestRated.com
Farrell Disability Law has once again been named as one of the Top 3 Social security disability lawyers in Jacksonville. The review team at Three Best Rated used their 50-Point Inspection process which includes checking reputation, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and overall general excellence. We are happy to share this exciting news!
When Can Your Long-Term Disability Benefits Be Canceled or Terminated?
Disabling injuries can come on at any time and devastate a person physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. Fortunately, many employers offer an insurance policy – Long-Term Disability (LTD) – which helps employees by providing financial support during the time of their disability. For those whose employers do not offer this (and even if an… Read More »
Can Both Spouses Collect SSDI at the Same Time?
Submitting an application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be an exhausting process, as the Social Security Administration (SSA) thoroughly vets each and every application for sufficient evidence of total disability. There are a great many nuances that must be addressed in an SSDI application, and retaining the services of an experienced… Read More »
Deciding Whether to Refile or Appeal a SSDI Claim
Suffering a disability (or long-term injury) can be debilitating, and not just physically. The mental strain of a disability can be just as painful as the physical strain, particularly an inability to work. In fact, it oftentimes increases the mental strain, as the disabled individual now has no means to earn income. Fortunately, a… Read More »
Can Social Media Posts Influence Decisions on Disability Benefits?
Social media is quickly becoming an integral part of the lives of many Americans. From vacations to family memories to even pictures of dinner, many Americans photograph, document, or otherwise record every aspect of their lives and put it online for all to see. However, as a simple review of news articles has evidenced,… Read More »
Age and SSDI Benefits
Suffering a disability that prevents an individual from working can be a very frustrating experience. For many people, their career is a big part of their identity and represents years of education and hard work. Being young when a disability arises adds another layer of frustration to this experience, because key working years may… Read More »
SSDI Benefits for Dependents of a Disability Recipient
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is the federal agency responsible for providing a social insurance safety net to many Americans. One of the benefits provided by the SSA is Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). SSDI is a program which provides benefits to individuals who have suffered a disabling condition. Getting approved for SSDI benefits… Read More »
When Is Back Pain Severe Enough to Qualify for SSDI?
Qualifying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is a complex and lengthy endeavor. The Social Security Administration (SSA) must ensure that all claims for disability are accurate. As a result, it has imposed various requirements on an applicant to prove that his/her claimed disability is legitimate. Retaining the services of an attorney experienced… Read More »
The Role of Vocational Experts at SSDI Hearings
In most cases, applications for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are approved or denied at the hearing phase, after the application has been rejected in the earlier appeal proceedings. The hearing phase typically involves a face-to-face meeting with an administrative law judge, in which the applicant presents arguments in his/her favor, and in… Read More »
