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| public school education -autism | 5/20/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I have a 4yr old son diagnosed with autism. He is high funtioning. Our state california provided ...
A: I recommend that you contact the California Protection and Advocacy agency at www.pai-ca.org and see ...
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| ADA/Retaliation for seeking benefits | 5/19/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I am a 22 year seasoned Psychologist who was struck from behind in 1995' unfortunately I sustaine d ...
A: Donna, the answer to your question is technically 180 days, although this is extended to 300 days if ...
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| Possible Eligibility? | 5/18/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: Brennan, In have a question concerning applying for disabilty benefits on behalf of my 15 year old ...
A: If, by "disability benefits," you mean social security, the answer is probably no -- at least, until ...
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| wrongful termination | 5/11/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: My son worked for farm and fleet of wisconsin. They fired him after he was the top contest winners ...
A: I cannot tell from your letter where you are in the process of trying to pursue this matter, but you ...
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| Medicare Folowup | 5/10/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: ------------------------- Mr. Zelmanow, One more small point about the "set-aside" money. My ...
A: Don- Not having the ability to actually see the settlement agreement, I wouldn't know what portion ...
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| Medicare Folowup | 5/9/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: Zelmanow, You just responded to my Medicare question and I have a quick followup if that's OK. You ...
A: Don- You ask very good follow-up questions and no need to apologize. This is an area that many, ...
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| being sued | 5/9/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: If I am sued, can the debt be collected from my SSI or SSDI. I am currently unemployed. Thank you!
A: I'm sorry to not be able to fully answer your question, but it depends on the laws in the state ...
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| learning disability | 5/8/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I have depression and ADHD, I'm trying to get into pharmacy school. If they asked me why I did so ...
A: The subject heading is "learning disability," but then you say you have depression and ADHD, neither ...
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| Medicare | 5/7/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: Zelmanow, I'm not sure if you can offer an opinion about my situation. I just reached a settlement ...
A: Don- Usually when you reach MMI, WC will settle a claim which appears to have happened in your ...
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| COBRA terminated, too early for Medicare | 5/5/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: Jacquie First thank you in advance for any help you can offer. My father suffered a serious brain ...
A: Lots of people find themselves in this situation. Unless your father can qualify for Medicaid (which ...
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| Quick Follow Up | 4/20/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: Zelmanow, I just emailed you and need a quick follow up, If you recall, I asked if I should go back ...
A: DJ- You are correct that an injury on the job is just that and you should be compensated either ...
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| Disability Benefits | 4/19/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: An insurance company has denied my disability benefits and they said that I can appeal their ...
A: Shaun- First, you are not alone in having your disability claim denied. Yes, you can appeal their ...
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| Injured Again | 4/19/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: Brennan, Recently I settled a case that involved a back injury (3 herniated disks-had surgery to ...
A: This is really a medical question rather than a legal one. I would never tell a client which doctor ...
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| Injured Again | 4/19/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: Zelmanow, Recently I settled a case that involved a back injury (3 herniated disks-had surgery to ...
A: DJ- If you have a primary care doctor, you should probably see him first. In case you don't, then ...
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| Settlement? Follow Up | 4/14/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: again, for your objective opinion. I have a quick follow up. The orthopedic MD for the shoulder ...
A: Dana- If you are at MMI and there is nothing more for the doctors to do, then you really shouldn't ...
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| Settlement? | 4/13/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: Brennan, I asked you a question before and you were helpful. I've been through WC and disability ...
A: It's impossible for me to say without looking at all the details of the reports and the settlement. ...
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| Settlement? | 4/13/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: Zelmanow, I asked you a question before and you were helpful. I've been through WC and disability ...
A: Dana- Sorry to hear about the problems you are having. First, I would never have allowed the WC ...
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| disability payments | 4/11/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: My husband is disabled and the insurance company has agreed with the doctors. However they are ...
A: Michelle- Not knowing the disability insurer or the policy provisions, I would expect the insurer ...
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| need help | 4/11/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: My doctor is trying to diagnose an illness that I have had for almost 2 1/2 years now. It began ...
A: I think it's always worth trying to get SSDI benefits. You probably will not get them when you first ...
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| qualifications for disability | 4/9/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: I filed for disability March 4 2005, based on medical reasons. I have since recieved a notice from ...
A: Christina- Not knowing why you are currently out of work and applying for California State ...
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| Disability letters | 3/30/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I have filed for SS disabilty. I have recieved 2 denial letters. The first letter states that "we ...
A: You should absolutely pursue this. The vast majority of claimants have an experience almost ...
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| disable rt. extremity | 3/30/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: can an employor ask me to use my left hand to componsate for my disabled right hand in order to ...
A: It isn't quite as simple as that. For you to be able to qualify under the Americans with ...
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| fmla question | 3/23/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: i'm hoping you can help me. i have recently applied for fmla. just days later, i was 'discplined' ...
A: You've raised many issues and I want to try to address this all. You mentioned that two of your ...
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| Discharged Student Loans-Disability | 3/15/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: My loans were discharged 8/2004, due to disability that began 6/2001. I was never in default and ...
A: I've never had anyone had a problem with getting these refunds. You've obviously already met that ...
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| medical records for ssdi trial | 3/12/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: My attorney sent me a bill that is from a hospital that has the records that will make my case for ...
A: Merrie, I don't know what to advise you other than to do whatever you can to get those records. If ...
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| access to the apartment bldg | 3/1/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: my friends brother was recently in a car accident and suffered sever injuries: spine, pelvis and ...
A: Arlene- Depending on the local, state and federal laws that apply where the building is located, ...
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| buy a home while on disability? | 2/26/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I should have said we are both on Social security, SSA plus some SSI because our income is so low, ...
A: If you're getting SSI, then the answer is yes -- you could lose the SSI if you're given any assets. ...
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| buy a home while on disability? | 2/25/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: my friend and I are both on disablitly and want to get a bigger place so we can live together. we ...
A: It depends on a lot of factors -- starting with what kind of "disability" payments you're getting, ...
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| Disabled while unemployed | 2/21/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I am 21 years old and currently live in New York and I am currently unemployed. I lived my life ...
A: This is more of an access to mental health services question, as opposed to a legal question. Check ...
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| punctus deformity | 2/14/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: 20 yr old grandson has above (sunken chect) for years.Limited breathing, exercise,social contacts ...
A: Bill- The condition and the surgery being sought would have nothing to do with any Disability law ...
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| pectus deformity | 2/14/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: 21 year old grandson in college has had above for years (sunken chest) restricting full breathing ...
A: Sounds like you just need to get the physician to deal with the insurance company to let them know ...
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| Violation of my rights under Americans with Disabilities Act | 2/10/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I am a 42yo nurse that has had MS for 5yrs. Abt 1 1/2yrs ago I developed photosensitive partial ...
A: If it were me, I'd probably go ahead and provide it, even if you have to provide another one later. ...
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| Disability | 2/7/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I hate to bother you, but I have type 2 diabetes, epilepsy, heart valve prolapse, and high ...
A: Unfortunately, no one can tell you whether you qualify, except for the Social Security ...
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| Disability | 2/5/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: I have been on medical leave for 6 months--I was not protected under FMLA because I was employed ...
A: Mary- If you have been approved for Long Term Disability benefits then those benefits should ...
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| IME | 2/4/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: I've been through the ringer with a back injury. I eventually had back surgery and am now in the ...
A: Bringing someone to the exam with you in not usually a problem. I doubt that a doctor will allow you ...
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| IME | 2/4/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: I've been through the ringer with a back injury. I eventually had back surgery and am now in the ...
A: Dana- I think you may be at the point where you need to consult with an attorney. I would agree ...
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| SSI and home ownership | 2/3/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: Brennan, I have a problem I hope you can help me with. I am 51 years old and have been on ssi for ...
A: Steve, there are a number of legal ways to protect your assets and maintain your SSI/Medicaid ...
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| SSi and home ownership | 2/3/2005 | Edward L. Zelmanow, Esq. |
Q: Zelmanow, I have a problem I hope you can help me with. I am 51 years old and have been on ssi for ...
A: Steve- This is really outside the scope of my practice. Your best bet would be to either call or ...
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| Long Term Disability Insurance | 2/2/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: Brennan, I purchased long term disability insurance through my employer. The long term disability ...
A: Torri, I don't know of any favorable case law. I should let you know that the EEOC doesn't actually ...
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| Can my employer require me to park in an assigned lot that does not designate handicapped spaces? | 1/29/2005 | Jacquie Brennan, Esq. |
Q: My employer has a parking lot that is assigned to senior employees. It is the only place that has ...
A: If you're asking about the state law in PA, then I cannot help you because I am not licensed to ...
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