Winning Disability Hearings

February 24th, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Winning disability hearings in Ohio. A disability judge considers many factors. The following factors will improve your chances of winning. 1.  You must be credible.  The judge looks for inconsistencies in the record and your testimony. 2. You do not use illegal drugs. 3. You do not abuse alcohol. 4. You do not smoke. 5.  You … Continue reading Winning Disability Hearings

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Disability and Offset With Other Benefits

February 23rd, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Social Security Disability and Offset With Other Benefits.  Can you receive both social security disability and supplemental security income? In some cases, you can receive both social security disability (SSDI) and supplemental security income (SSI).  If you have a small social security disability check,  you might also be eligible for supplemental security income. Social Security … Continue reading Disability and Offset With Other Benefits

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Choosing a Disability Lawyer In Ohio

February 23rd, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Choosing a Disability Lawyer in Ohio and Franklin County.  Choosing a disability lawyer can be scary.  Your finances are at stake.  You may never have gone to a lawyer. Lawyers may make you uncomfortable.   If you follow these simple recommendations,   the selection process may feel less overwhelming.  First, you should hire a local lawyer. … Continue reading Choosing a Disability Lawyer In Ohio

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Private Judge for Divorce-Franklin County, Ohio

February 17th, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Private Judge for Divorce-Franklin County, Ohio.  A private judge con make a divorce more simple and more affordable.  Your lawyer will not have to charge you for a trip to the Court House.   Private judges are more flexible.  Private judges may be able to schedule your divorce hearing to fit the schedule of you and … Continue reading Private Judge for Divorce-Franklin County, Ohio

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Appropriate Dress and Demeanor for a Disability Hearing

February 9th, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Appropriate dress and demeanor for a disability hearing may make a difference. I had a young man show up with a tank top.  This was after extensive conversation about appropriate dress for a disability hearing.  The judge was not pleased.  The Claimant’s appearance was the first testimony.  First impressions can damage subsequent verbal testimony.  The … Continue reading Appropriate Dress and Demeanor for a Disability Hearing

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SSI and Home Ownership

January 31st, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Receipt of SSI and home ownership are compatible.  You must be disabled to get SSI.  You must also have financial need. If you are single,  you cannot own more than $2,000.00 in stuff.  If you are married, you cannot own more than $3000.00 in stuff.  However, some of your stuff does  not count toward the allowed amount.   Items … Continue reading SSI and Home Ownership

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Does Smoking Hurt My Chances of Getting Disability

January 26th, 2016 / admin / 0 comments

Does smoking hurt my chances of getting disability.  Disability and smoking conflict with each other. Smoking hurts your health. Smoking may keep you from getting security disability. At the hearing, the judge will ask you if you smoke. The judge will want to know how much you smoke. Smoking causes lung damage. Smoking makes it … Continue reading Does Smoking Hurt My Chances of Getting Disability

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Process For Getting Social Security Disability (SSDI)

November 27th, 2015 / Jeffrey / 0 comments

Getting social security disability (SSDI) can be difficult. Working with an illness can be difficult. You might wonder if getting social security disability (SSDI) is possible. https://www.ssa.gov/disability/ If your are interested in getting social security disability (SSDI), you must meet certain criteria. A disability benefits applicant must be mentally or physically disabled with a condition that … Continue reading Process For Getting Social Security Disability (SSDI)

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Education Costs and Children in Divorce

November 25th, 2015 / Jeffrey / 0 comments

Divorce is never easy. The uncoupling of two people who promised to spend the rest of their lives together can be  ugly.  This is especially true in cases where children are involved.  When it comes time to defer responsibilities and costs, child support is usually the number one issue that’s discussed during the proceedings. This … Continue reading Education Costs and Children in Divorce

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Breaking a Prenuptial Agreement

November 23rd, 2015 / Jeffrey / 0 comments

A prenuptial agreement, or prenup, is a touchy subject, almost taboo even. Signed before the wedding occurs, it is a legal contract designed to protect a person’s assets should their marriage break down. Bound by law, it is not possible to get out of a prenuptial agreement unless unlawful activity concerning the contract is proved. … Continue reading Breaking a Prenuptial Agreement

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