Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Battling Cancer? See How To Get Your Social Security Disability Claim Expedited
Nobody wants to hear that they are battling cancer. While some types of cancer can be treated, sometimes cancer is so aggressive that it quickly leads to death. Some people have weeks to live, while others may have a few months, or maybe even a year or two. During this time, you may be… Read More »
New York Workers’ Compensation Board Making Improvements For Injured Workers
Injured workers often face barriers and delays when it comes to getting the medical treatment and benefits they need following a workplace accident. Each state has its own laws and requirements when it comes to treating injured workers and allowing them to receive benefits. Many states have issues with claim approvals, access to medical… Read More »
Sharing The Health Benefits Of Marijuana With Veterans
Veterans have to deal with strange things they saw while at war. Whether they fought in Afghanistan, Japan, Korea or some other place, they often have flashbacks of the violence and brutality they experienced. Some tend to have a constant rush of adrenaline and feel hypervigilant at all times. Others suffer from post-traumatic stress… Read More »
Are You A Veteran? Don’t Miss Out On Your Healthcare Benefits
Military members put themselves in danger every day. They risk their lives fighting for American freedom. While veterans are supposedly entitled to a wide variety of benefits, many have trouble getting the assistance they need. Others are unaware of their veterans benefits, and as a result, they miss out on the many advantages of… Read More »
Understanding Death Benefits For Veterans
While we’re alive, we tend to focus on what we need now to survive. Will you be able to pay the mortgage? Is there enough money for food and other necessities? While these are valid concerns, it’s also important to think about the future. What happens when you die? Will your loved ones be… Read More »
Common High-Dollar Workers’ Compensation Claims
When you think of workers’ compensation claims, you may think of carpal tunnel syndrome or back injuries. Workers’ compensation claims can come in all shapes and forms. Some may be relatively minor, while others are very costly, amounting to millions of dollars High-dollar claims are rare, but when they do occur, they cost companies… Read More »
Social Media Gets Bartender Arrested For Workers’ Compensation Fraud
Most people use Facebook, Twitter or some other social media program to connect with others. Many people, however, do not use these apps appropriately. Some tend to overshare on them, and, in some cases, doing so may be illegal. When a person applies for government benefits, such as unemployment, disability or workers’ compensation, they… Read More »
Thousands Die Waiting For Social Security Disability Benefits
The Social Security Disability benefits process can take such a long time, many people wait the rest of their lives—literally. The Social Security Administration recently reported that in 2016 and 2017, 18,701 people died while waiting to receive Social Security Disability benefits. More than 1 million more claimants were still waiting for their benefits… Read More »
Florida Workers’ Compensation Laws Aid Employers, Punish Employees
Most Florida employers are required to have workers’ compensation insurance. Therefore, if you suffer injuries in the workplace, you expect that your employer will file a claim and pay for your medical bills and other expenses. This isn’t the case for illegal immigrants, however. Under Florida law, employers have the right to use these… Read More »
9/11 Government Inspector Denied Workers’ Compensation Benefits
Nearly 3,000 people were killed and more than 6,000 others were injured in the terrorist attacks that occurred on September 11, 2001. But those weren’t the only victims. Many paramedics, firefighters, inspectors and other workers at the site of the World Trade center became sick years later from the hazardous materials. These workers qualified… Read More »