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At QuatriniRafferty, we are frequently asked by our clients receiving Social Security Disability if they can return to work, and if so, what they can earn and remain eligible for Social Security benefits. In general, those receiving Social Security Disability benefits may be able to earn some small amount without impacting their benefits. However, any work…
By Margo A. Russell, Paralegal If you receive Medicare and have low income and few resources, help may be available to you. If you apply for state assistance, the state may pay your Medicare premiums and, in some cases, other Medicare expenses such as deductibles, coinsurance, or premiums and prescription co-payments related to the Medicare…
By Kellie J. Taylor, Paralegal Another provision of the stimulus package provides for the one-time payment of $250 to individuals who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security benefits. Details are still being finalized, but those entitled to receive a payment are expected to receive it by June 2009. The payment will be received…
By A. Tereasa Rerko, Esq. Often at the recommendation of someone you trust, you begin the process of applying for SSD or SSI disability benefits. Regardless of the strength of your case, be forewarned: there will be obstacles to navigate before you collect any benefits. QuatriniRafferty‘s experienced legal staff can guide you through the following difficulties:…
At QuatriniRafferty, we assist clients seeking Social Security disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits. The Social Security Act also provides retirement benefits. While an attorney is not needed to obtain retirement benefits, here are some questions we often answer. Who can receive retirement benefits? Retirement benefits are generally available to individuals 62 years of age or…
By Brian Patrick Bronson, Esq. If you have a work history and have paid taxes on your income, the Social Security Administration (SSA) keeps track of your earnings. Every year you will receive a statement from SSA that provides several types of information to you. First, the statement will provide an estimate of the various…
By Kellie J. Taylor, Paralegal Social Security Disability benefits help those who, by illness or injury, are not able to support themselves. Sometimes, those receiving these benefits would like to do part-time or occasional work to supplement their disability payments. Clients will often ask “How much money can I make and still collect my Social…
The Social Security Administration has announced the annual cost-of-living-adjustments for 2007. Beginning on December 29, 2006, the checks of Supplemental Security Income recipients will increase 3.3 percent, to $623 monthly. Social Security Disability Insurance recipients will see the 3.3 percent increase in their checks effective in January of 2007. This annual increase in benefits is…
By Barbara J. Artuso, Esq. When we speak with clients about Social Security Disability cases, one of the most distressing pieces of information we have to tell them is how long it will take for their hearing to be scheduled. During the wait, people who have applied for Social Security benefits exhaust savings, borrow from friends…
By A. Tereasa Rerko, Esq. Quite often, I am asked how much monthly income a person will receive if they are approved for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. My answer is always, “It depends.” What it depends upon is your individual earnings history. Monthly SSD benefits are similar to snowflakes: no two are exactly alike. Even…
