When workers in Ohio suffer workplace injuries, it might not have been due to an unexpected incident or the negligence of a fellow worker. There is a chance that it might have come about because of the employer violating safety requirements that were in place by law,...
Month: November 2017
Do telecommuters qualify for workers’ compensation?
One common question that many workers in the Amelia area have is whether they qualify for workers’ compensation benefits as telecommuting employees. Although telecommuting can be beneficial for both employer and workers, it does create some concerns...
Disabling conditions and getting help with SSD benefits
When an Ohio resident is unable to work because of an illness or an injury, Social Security Disability benefits can be a lifeline to help them get through. This can be until they are sufficiently improved to stop getting SSD benefits or for an extended period of time,...
What is “Ticket to Work” with Social Security Disability?
Not all Ohio residents who are seeking Social Security Disability benefits are disabled enough that they can never get back to work. They are concerned, however, that if they try to work and find they are unable to, they will lose their SSD benefits permanently. They...
3 common reasons SSDI claims are denied
Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be a stressful process. The paperwork, review and waiting period are all nerve-wracking, and it is especially difficult to handle when your livelihood and well-being are on the line. Ideally, you will receive an...
Do I meet the earnings requirements for SSD benefits?
Those who are considering filing for Social Security Disability benefits might not have thought about the earnings requirements that are part of the federal regulations to qualify. First, there is a recent work test based on the person's age at the time of the...
Workers’ compensation benefits and permanent partial disability
For workers in Ohio who are injured, become ill or a suffer a condition because of their work, workers' compensation benefits can be an important lifeline. The circumstances for the issue can vary and with that the available benefits differ. The Industrial Commission...