What are my options when facing unlawful discrimination by the public transportation system? As an agency of the state – and leading provider of public accommodation – public transit systems are required to adhere to the tenets of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA),…
How do I know whether I qualify for Social Security Disability? Generally speaking, those who qualify for Social Security Disability will have worked at a qualifying job for a certain number of years and have a medical condition that qualifies as a “disability” under Social…
What are the proposed changes concerning Social Security benefits being considered by federal lawmakers? Social Security benefits are a vital component of the retirement portfolio of millions of Americans. Accordingly, a Congressman from Florida recently requested a memo from the Congressional Research Service in order…
I was recently denied disability benefits by the Social Security Administration. What are my options in New York? As more and more Americans face career-ending physical and mental disabilities, the available resources for new applicants have steadily diminished over the past several years. Accordingly, applicants…
Are companies like Über and Lyft required to make accommodations for disabled individuals? The Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requires business owners to make areas of “public accommodation” reasonably accessible to those with disabilities. Generally speaking, areas of public accommodation are those sections of either…
Where does the law stand in terms of disability benefits for taxi cab drivers? In New York, a special short-term disability statute allows for workers across a wide variety of industries to enjoy some semblance of financial security when facing a short-term illness or injury.…
Can my ex-spouse benefit from my social security retirement? Social Security retirement benefits are a vital component of the retirement picture for many Americans. Did you know that your ex-spouse may be able to benefit from the Social Security benefits you collect even after a…
Am I eligible for disability retirement benefits as an employee of the Department of Corrections? Fortunately, the financial security afforded by a disability pension through the State and City of New York is not limited solely to police officers and first responders. Other civil service…
If I am denied Social Security Disability benefits, can I appeal? Social Security disability benefits are often denied wrongfully, or due to an incomplete application and medical record. Oftentimes, an applicant who receives a Notice of Denial is able to successfully reapply and receive much-needed…
Are Psychological Ailments Considered A Disability? A police officer began to suffer from anxiety and depression after responding to the 2012 Newtown shooting at Sandy Hook elementary school. The officer has been on disability due to a diagnosis of post-traumatic stress disorder and has not…
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