In a word, “No”. Since SSA defines what disability is, it is up to them to determine whether or not an applicant for disability benefits is entitled to receive them under SSA’s definition of “disability”. This does not mean that your doctor’s … [Read more...]
Are SS Benefits taxable?
Like any good legal answer, it depends. Back pay = Congress has provided a special provision for lump sum payments that cover several prior years. SEE I.R. Code ch.86(e) It allows the taxpayer to offset the lump sum SSA will send you a 1099 each … [Read more...]
Compassionate Allowances
Some conditions are accepted as so severe, SSA will automatically award your claim. Whereas generally having a diagnoses is not enough to get disability; if you have one of the following, the diagnosis alone truly is enough for an award of … [Read more...]
The 5 Steps of SS Disability Evaluation
By Jennifer Scherf Under the authority of the Social Security Act, the SSA has established a five-step sequential evaluation for determining whether an individual is disabled as that term is defined by SSA. (See 20 CFR 404.1520(a)). These steps must … [Read more...]
Right to Bear Arms?
DOES THE SECOND AMENDMENT JUSTIFY THE DEATHS OF 100,000 AMERICANS A YEAR? By: Kristie Walsdorf There have been 61 mass shootings in the United States since the January 8, 2011 massacre in Tucson, Arizona. The senseless shootings of 70 women, … [Read more...]
Texas Immigration Lawyers
At the Texas law firm of Bailey & Galyen, our lawyers assist individuals, employees and businesses with visas, green cards, citizenship, deportation and other issues involving immigration. Call (866) 378-4705 … [Read more...]
Rules of Juvenile Confinement
Laws are in place that prohibit confinement of juveniles with adult offenders. If your child needs an attorney call Bailey & Galyen (877) 345-6767 … [Read more...]
Juvenile Vs. Criminal Law
The fundamentals of the two systems of justice — juvenile and criminal law — can be found principally in three different Texas codes. The juvenile system is outlined in the Texas Family Code, and the criminal system can be found primarily in the … [Read more...]
Suing drunk drivers…and the bars that served them
By Randy Turner Last year more than 10,000 Americans were killed by drunk drivers. Thousands more suffered catastrophic injuries. Of course, the victim or the victim’s family has a legal claim against the drunk driver, but what happens if the … [Read more...]
Child Booster Seats Save Lives
Would you spend $15 to save your child's life? Car crashes are the leading cause of death for children ages 3-14, child booster seats save lives, and a safety-rated booster seat costs less than a pair of cheap shoes or a video game. Yet many parents … [Read more...]
Retirement Age
By Jennifer Scherf The earliest age at which (reduced) Social Security retirement benefits are payable is 62. When you are eligible for full retirement benefits depends on what year you were born. People born before 1938 have what most consider … [Read more...]
5 Tips on Planning a Prenuptial Agreement
Source: msnbc.com It may be unromantic, but a prenup should at least be considered before saying ‘I do’ By Catherine New “No prenup!” headlines gasped last year as Kelsey and Camille Grammer’s divorce went public. The star of Frasier … [Read more...]