Author Archives: Jay Butchko

What Are My Options For Saving Money While Receiving Social Security Disability?
Are you currently receiving Social Security disability payments, or are you planning to apply for benefits in the near future? You may know that there are important eligibility distinctions between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, but both SSDI and SSI require you to have a disability that… Read More »

What Is A Social Security Disability Hearing?
Nobody applies for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits with the expectation that they will receive a denial from the Social Security Administration (SSA). However, SSDI applicants are often denied benefits after an initial application, and many of the reasons for the denial can be corrected with help from a national disability benefits attorney…. Read More »

I Think I Am Disabled: What Type Of Disability Benefits Should I Be Seeking?
When you have suffered a serious injury that has left you disabled and unable to work, or you have been diagnosed with a debilitating illness or condition, our national disability benefits attorneys know how important it is to find out quickly about your options for seeking disability benefits. If you cannot work, not only… Read More »

What Changes To Expect For SSDI Benefits In 2023
Whether you are currently receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you are in the process of seeking SSDI benefits, or you know that you will soon be applying for SSDI benefits, it is important to know about any changes that could impact the process or your payments in 2023. There are some important… Read More »

Will My Business Be Impacted By My Personal Bankruptcy?
If you are considering the possibility of filing for bankruptcy and you are also a business owner, it is important to speak with a St. Petersburg bankruptcy lawyer who can tell you more about the differences between consumer and business bankruptcy more broadly, and who can evaluate the particular facts of your case in… Read More »

When Can Family Members Receive My SSDI Benefits?
If you are disabled and are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments or you are already receiving SSDI payments, you may be wondering if certain family members are also eligible to receive benefits based on your disability and work record. In particular, when you are responsible for minor children or adult children… Read More »

Can I File for Chapter 13 Bankruptcy?
If you are considering the possibility of filing for bankruptcy in Florida, you are likely wondering about your eligibility. It is important to know that there are different types of consumer bankruptcy, and the two most common types are Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcies. You should understand that these kinds of bankruptcies are… Read More »

Key Things To Know About Similarities And Differences Between SSDI And SSI
When you have been disabled as a result of an injury, or you are dealing with a disabling illness, it is important to learn about your options for obtaining disability benefits through programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). The two primary types of disability benefits that a person may be able to… Read More »

Am I Allowed To Do Any Kind Of Paid Work If I Am Receiving SSDI Benefits?
If you are currently receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments, or you are in the process of applying for SSDI benefits, you may know that eligibility for benefits requires you to show that you have a disability according to the definition that the Social Security Administration (SSA) uses. That definition of a disability… Read More »

What Is Credit Counseling In Bankruptcy?
Anyone who is planning to file for bankruptcy in Florida should know that there are a number of requirements that include credit counseling and debtor education. In particular, for consumers who are planning to file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy or Chapter 13 bankruptcy, it is essential to learn more about credit counseling and debtor… Read More »