Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Does An SSDI-Qualifying Disability Relate To A VA Disability?
Anyone who has recently suffered a disabling injury or has been diagnosed with a disabling illness may be considering options for obtaining disability benefits. There are different types of disability benefits, and there are different requirements for each of them. Depending upon your work situation, you may be eligible for private disability benefits through… Read More »
What Is The Compassionate Allowances Program?
When you have been diagnosed with a serious medical condition or you have sustained a disabling injury, you have likely begun looking into your options for obtaining disability benefits. Depending upon your work history and your income, you may be able to qualify for benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance program (SSDI benefits),… Read More »
How Long Will My Social Security Disability Benefits Last?
If you are planning to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, or if you are currently receiving SSD benefits, you may be wondering how long they will last. Many people who are eligible for SSD benefits and begin receiving payments assume that their payments will last forever. However, you should not assume that SSD… Read More »
Consumer Bankruptcy Checklist
Once you have made the decision to file for consumer bankruptcy, it is important to be sure that you have all of the documentation you will need to file and that you have taken all necessary steps. Given that U.S. bankruptcy law is extremely complex, it is essential to work with a St. Petersburg… Read More »
Top Tips For Social Security Disability Applicants
If you are planning to apply for benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program, it is important to be prepared and to have all of the information you will need. Given that the claims process for SSDI benefits has numerous complexities and can be lengthy and time-consuming, you should seek advice from… Read More »
Can I Qualify For SSDI Benefits If My Disability Is Psychological Instead Of Physical?
If you have been diagnosed with a mental health condition or disorder that is debilitating, you may be wondering about your eligibility for seeking Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI benefits). It is important to understand that the Social Security Administration (SSA) does recognize certain mental disorders as disabling and allowing individuals to obtain… Read More »
Do SSDI Payments Affect My Taxes?
As you are preparing to file your income taxes this year, it is important to consider how Social Security Disability Insurance payments (your SSDI payments) could affect your tax liability. While certain kinds of benefits are not taxable, others are indeed taxable. Sometimes the determination of whether or not benefits are taxable depends upon… Read More »
What Should I Avoid When Filing For Consumer Bankruptcy?
When you are planning to file for consumer bankruptcy in Florida, there are a wide variety of tips you should consider, including hiring an experienced St. Petersburg bankruptcy attorney to assist you with your case and to make sure that you complete all necessary steps of the bankruptcy process. Beyond the things you should… Read More »
Can I Get SSDI Payments If I Was Diagnosed With A Disability?
If you saw a healthcare provider because you were experiencing physical or psychological symptoms of a disease or condition, your doctor might have diagnosed you with an illness or condition that is generally understood to be a disability. In some cases, you might even have a healthcare provider who described your condition as a… Read More »
SSDI Benefits And “Invisible” Disabilities
When we think about disabling injuries and conditions, and eligibility for Social Security Disability benefits, many of us think about disabilities that are visible and obvious to others, such as those that require use of a wheelchair. However, it is important to remember that disabilities can take many different forms, and there are many… Read More »
