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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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, ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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. ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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, ... | ||
| 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. ... | ||
| 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, ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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. ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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 ... | ||
| 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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Jacquie Brennan, Esq.
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I am an attorney who focuses her practice in the area of disability law. This encompasses many other areas, such as employment law, school law, health law, social security law, and accessibility issues. If you have questions about your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Individuals in Education Act, the Rehabilitation Act, or Social Security Disability, just ask.
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LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Licensed to practice in the State of Texas Admitted to practice in Federal Court Southern District of Texas Admitted to practice in the United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit Qualified under 646(b) of the Texas Probate Code as Attorney Ad Litem Qualified under Texas Civil Practices and Remedies Code §154.052 as Mediator PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS State Bar of Texas Disability Issues Committee Member 1999 -- 2002
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