Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Medicinal Cannabis And Social Security Disability Benefits
More and more states in this country have legalized the use of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC, the psychoactive aspect of the cannabis plant, also known as marijuana, for medicinal purposes), although, pursuant to federal law, cannabis is still a Schedule I narcotic under the Controlled Substances Act, meaning possession is illegal. In spite of the federal… Read More »
Women And Social Security Disability Benefits
As we now live in an age where women constitute an almost equal share of the workforce, women are increasingly applying for, and receiving, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. This hasn’t always been the case, however. When women were disproportionately underrepresented in the workforce, primarily due to maintaining mostly unpaid work as home… Read More »
When An SSDI Claim Is Questioned
The amount of information and detail expected in a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim can be overwhelming for most claimants, which prompts most of them to work with an experienced disability insurance attorney to ensure everything is submitted properly. One danger that is more likely if a claimant decides to handle the disability… Read More »
Factors Influencing Long-Term Disability Coverage
Individuals who are proactive and seek long-term disability coverage to protect their financial security and that of their family understandably take comfort in the benefits these policies provide. However, insurance companies, regardless of the type of policy under consideration, are primarily worried about limiting their exposure, and will try to limit when benefits must… Read More »
Fitting Nerve Pain Into An SSDI Claim
Some of the most debilitating pain a person can experience is nerve-related. People experience this pain in a number of ways, but almost anyone who has felt nerve inflammation will say that it is overwhelming and unbearable. Despite the advancement of medical technology, there really is no effective way to treat nerve-related conditions for… Read More »
Autoimmune Disorders And SSDI Benefits
The phrase autoimmune disorder encompasses a wide variety of conditions that can focus on one part of the body, or attack the system as a whole. Autoimmune disorders arise when the body can no longer distinguish between healthy tissues and invaders, such as viruses or bacteria, and thus, attack everything equally. Depending on the… Read More »
Special Considerations For Qualifying For SSDI With A Rare Disease
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are a financial lifeline for millions of Americans suffering from disabilities. Qualifying for these benefits, though, despite paying into the system for years just to have the opportunity to apply, is not easy. Working with an experienced disability insurance attorney to assist with filing an SSDI claim is… Read More »
Farrell Disability Law is now listed as Top 3 Social Security Disability lawyers by ThreeBestRated.com®
“Congratulations to Farrell Disability Law for being listed as one of the Top 3 Social security disability lawyers in Jacksonville, FL. The ratings process factors in a 50-Point Inspection which includes everything from checking reputation, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, nearness, trust and cost to the general excellence.“
SSDI And Bipolar Disorder: Qualifying While Under Treatment
Dealing with severe and chronic mental health issues is one of the more challenging situations a person can face. Working while suffering from a severe case of certain mental disorders is not possible, even with adequate treatment, and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may be an option for financial support. Bipolar Disorder is one… Read More »
Qualifying For Long-Term Disability With HIV/AIDS
Being diagnosed with HIV/AIDS will never be insignificant, but with the drugs available today, this diagnosis is not the automatic death sentence it once was. However, it is still a serious condition that can eventually lead to disability. For those with an employer-sponsored or private long-term disability policy, once HIV/AIDS progresses to a debilitating… Read More »