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OTDA is responsible for most types of assistance that New York citizens can receive, from food stamps to heating assistance to housing to disability benefits. Until a year ago, anyone applying for assistance had to visit an OTDA office in-person, where an agent would fill out paperwork and enroll them in the program. (CIO Information Network)
Schwarzenegger's welfare cuts angers Dems Jul 9, 2009
She said the governor's proposals would take away her caregiver and reduce the state's contribution to her Social Security disability benefits. That would force her out of the two-bedroom apartment she shares with her 88-year-old mother, who suffers from Alzheimer's, she said. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
False alarms, true conceit Jul 5, 2009
In 2001, he freed them to use the king for a day rule, which allows those who claim an injury while acting in a superior s position the right to disability benefits at the higher pay grade - even if they do the superior s job for only a day. So the firefighters have declared war again. (Boston Globe)
Child Term Life vs Whole Life Insur... Jul 5, 2009
Some term life insurance policies for children combine disability benefits, in the event that the child may lose a limb or an eye. Premium protection: Life insurance for kids can help them when they are older and wish to purchase their own life insurance, especially if there are genetic traits in the family that may preclude the child from obtaining life insurance in later years. (Suite101.com)
'Murder' actress cheated benefits Jul 4, 2009
An actress on disability benefits said she was agoraphobic with a paralysed leg while performing in her own murder mystery plays, a court has been told. Edwina Stocker, 57, from Blackpool in Lancashire, admitted falsely claiming more than 10,000 of disability living allowance, Preston Crown Court heard. (BBC News -- UK)
GUEST COLUMN: Be wary of stimulus check scams Jul 3, 2009
In May, the federal government sent out $250 economic recovery payments to more than 50 million people who receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) or Veterans Administration (VA) disability benefits. As you can imagine, all that money has attracted scam artists. (Easton Journal, MA)
Unions sue overpension changes Jul 3, 2009
With the new pension law, disability benefits will be based on workers salaries for the year prior to when they became disabled, not the year prior to their retirement ... Panagiotakos also said legislators did not mean to change the way disability benefits are calculated for most injured police officers or firefighters, only to crack down on the practice in Boston of allowing firefighters to enhance their pensions by claiming injuries while filling in for a superior. (Boston Globe)
Backlogged claims still an issue for VA Jul 2, 2009
The programs are part of the Veterans Benefits Improvement Act (P.L. 110-389), which hopes to modernize the VA s disability benefits claims processing system by, among other things, authorizing temporary ratings and claimant substitution. The law also calls for additional training and certification of VBA employees to speed the claims process along. (Burlington Union, MA)
Reforming Disability Benefits in On... Jul 1, 2009
Reforming Disability Benefits in Ontario. Reforming Disability Benefits in Ontario ... While recipients of ODSP are still required to obtain additional income sources where available, such as federal CPP-Disability benefits or EI, their spouses or partners become unwitting participants in this tangled web. (Suite101.com)
Firefighters on disability race to retire Jun 30, 2009
All firefighters who apply for disability benefits have to have their application approved by a panel of doctors and by Boston retirement officials. Those whose disability claims are eventually approved will receive 72 percent of their salary tax-free for life. (Boston Globe)
Plankinton takes Social Security for $15,000 Jun 28, 2009
Prosecutors say she received retirement, survivor and disability benefits from the Social Security Administration for her three minor children but failed to tell the agency they no longer lived with her. Story Comments. (Sioux City Journal)
VA Office In Texas Has One Of Worst Backlogs In The Country Jun 28, 2009
HOUSTON (June 27, 2009)--Recent data from the Department of Veterans Affairs show Houston has among the biggest backlogs and longest waiting times of any office in the country for processing veterans' claims for disability benefits. The Houston Chronicle reports nearly 18,000 veterans are waiting for the Houston VA Regional Office to process their applications for disability benefits. (KWTX.com, TX)
Some workers comp benefits to increase Jun 24, 2009
Until reform legislation in 2002, maximum weekly temporary total disability and permanent total disability benefits hadn t been adjusted in many years, the Institute said in a bulletin ... For injury claims starting in 2006, the reforms required that temporary total and permanent total disability benefits be increased each year to the $840 or the state s average weekly wage, whichever was greater, the Institute said. (San Jose Business Journal, CA)
Housing assistance reduced for hundreds of Kings County residents Jun 23, 2009
The 42-year-old mother of three adult children has relied on the Section 8 housing voucher to help pay her rent for two years because her monthly disability benefits from Social Security do not meet her monthly expenses. Her disability payments will also be reduced by 20 on July 1 to 850 because the state's budget crisis has forced California to decrease its payment amount. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Lingle rejects concern over furloughing federally funded Hawaii workers Jun 19, 2009
"Not only are you denying full salaries that we pay for to DDB employees, you are harming those Hawaiians who have applied for disability benefits and now will wait even longer for a decision as a result of your furlough plan," Astrue wrote. "In addition, those Hawaiians whose federal benefits are delayed will rely on state programs, adding to the state's costs.". (Honolulu Advertiser)
Lingle rejects delegation's plea Jun 19, 2009
Lingle said residents applying for disability benefits should have prompt consideration and that she has authorized Human Services Director Lillian Koller to fill six new positions in the branch office ... Lingle said residents applying for disability benefits should have prompt consideration and that she has authorized Human Services Director Lillian Koller to fill six new positions in the branch office. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
PSYCHO: Man Poses as Dead Mom to Collect Benefits... Jun 18, 2009
Then he started raking in $700 each month in Social Security checks on top of the disability benefits he was already banking in his own name. The fraud didn't stop there. (The Drudge Report)
Court: DA Can't Prosecute 1981 Case Jun 18, 2009
In 2007, Mirenda contacted San Diego authorities to clear up the arrest warrant to obtain Social Security disability benefits. Prosecutors located the victim and resumed the case. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Man accused of posing as dead mother for years to claim benefits Jun 18, 2009
He is then alleged to have started claiming $700 a month in social security benefits in her name on top of his own disability benefits. Mr Prusik-Parkin has also been accused of filing for bankruptcy in his mother's name, and then collecting $39,000 in rent subsidies from the city government. (BBC News -- Americas)
* World News Quick Take Jun 18, 2009 Vets get businesses help at Fla. 'bootcamp' Jun 17, 2009 PETER KING'S MAILBAG: Debating summer work for players; more Jun 16, 2009 As tragedy turns to hope Jun 4, 2009 Bank of America Wins in $1 Billion-Plus California Lawsuit Jun 2, 2009 Huge labor costs blamed for GM's filing for bankruptcy Jun 2, 2009 Injury report questionable May 31, 2009 In widow's pension hunt, tenacity pays May 31, 2009 Nevada boxing judge indicted in benefit fraud case May 28, 2009 Like CNN really cares... I'm impressed with the hypocrisy of CNNCNN:... May 25, 2009 Former Oregon firefighter turned chef sues Portland May 24, 2009 A life in the shadows May 23, 2009 Letter to the Editor: ORV use needs more attention, understanding May 23, 2009 Chef sues Portland over benefits loss May 23, 2009 Bandon health district race attracts crowd May 15, 2009 Staying Healthy With a Small Busin... May 14, 2009 City wins disability dispute against insurance company May 14, 2009 Former Wampanoag leader Marshall sentenced for fraud May 8, 2009 Sun Life Financial reports first quarter results May 7, 2009 Survivor benefits due family May 6, 2009 FLIGHT FROM HELL: Passenger 'drank liquid soap and scuffled with staff in air rage attack'... May 4, 2009 Obama tax credit may actually cost at tax time May 1, 2009 GUEST COLUMN: Stimulus checks are on the way Apr 30, 2009 50 million retirees to get $250 checks Apr 30, 2009 Dont Forget Financial Records When Starting Spring Cleaning (1) Apr 30, 2009 Sept. 11 Firefighter Breathing Easier With New Lung Apr 30, 2009 House, Senate pass health and welfare bills Apr 29, 2009 Pair sentenced in fraud case Apr 28, 2009 Banks getting stress tests, so why not you? Apr 28, 2009 Three-generation fraud scheme broken up Apr 19, 2009 Little Guy Wants Leg; Big Guy Keeps Bonus Apr 17, 2009 No strength in numbers for nation’s uninsured Apr 15, 2009 AP: More POW claimants than actual POWs Apr 12, 2009 Guest commentary: Maintain funding for legal aid program Apr 11, 2009 What motive does the Army have to misdiagnose PTSD? Apr 10, 2009 Steelworkers ratify Packaging Corp. pact Apr 10, 2009 How much life insurance? Apr 9, 2009 Platinum Health Benefits Solutions Chooses Adjudicare Apr 7, 2009 Older workers find job hunting tough Apr 5, 2009 Cameron Park couple sheds fraud charges Apr 4, 2009 Social Security clogged with disability claims Apr 3, 2009 Tax deferrals deadline is April 15 Mar 28, 2009 Social Security benefits to get 1-time $250 boost Mar 27, 2009 Program Offers Budget Savvy Gardeners Free Trees and Plants Shipping Fees Benefit Workers with Disabilities Who Package Plants Mar 27, 2009 Social Security recipients to get $250 Mar 27, 2009 Endangering Veterans Mar 27, 2009 Vet groups seek update in combat definition Mar 25, 2009 On Your Mind Mar 22, 2009 Man gets prison in food stamp case Mar 22, 2009 Help for PTSD Mar 21, 2009 Attorney Smith elected NFLPA executive director Mar 16, 2009 Fluor CEO got 2008 compensation valued at $14.4M Mar 14, 2009 Small Business News and Events for Sunday, March 8, 2009 Mar 9, 2009 David Brooks: White House response Mar 7, 2009 Former Jonesboro police officer granted disability Mar 6, 2009 Fort looks to receive $18M for projects Mar 5, 2009 Cancer and Insurance: Who Do You Call? Mar 5, 2009 Shinseki Vows Top-Down Review, VA Overhaul Mar 5, 2009 Our views: A sacred trust Mar 3, 2009 Benefits denial upsets police, firefighters Feb 26, 2009 Court reinstates murder charges against parents of girl, 4 Feb 24, 2009 A retirement party gone wild Feb 23, 2009 Finding shelter Feb 22, 2009 Workers' comp bill advances (61) Feb 21, 2009 Woman sentenced for Social Security fraud (33) Feb 19, 2009
A pensioner vowed on Tuesday to keep making his moves despite having his disability benefits cut after he appeared breakdancing on a TV talent show. Fred Bowers, 73, told the BBC that the state-funded allowance he received for a wartime leg injury has been suspended while officials investigate his case following his appearance on Britains Got Talent. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Breakdancing British pensioner gets disability benefit cut Jun 17, 2009
A British pensioner has vowed to keep making his moves despite having his disability benefits cut after he appeared breakdancing on a television talent show. Fred Bowers, 73, told the BBC on Tuesday that the state-funded allowance he received for a wartime leg injury has been suspended while officials investigate his case following his appearance on "Britain's Got Talent". (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
"I don't need the money," said Amira, who gets disability benefits and abandoned his "spend, spend, spend" lifestyle after 9-11. "I need something to keep my brain busy.". (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
"It's funny because a lot people who haven't played the game sit back and decide if you're a Hall of Famer. If you don't know what a football player goes through, if you haven't experienced it, then why should those guys solely have it on their shoulders to decide who goes in the Hall of Fame? Overall, I admitted to what I've done. I've had an opportunity to talk to kids and said when you've made a huge mistake or a small mistake, admit to it, 'fess up to it, be a man about it and get better... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
He is wheelchair-bound and the family relies solely on disability benefits to survive. The boys are helping, they ve adjusted well, as far as I can tell, Tina said. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
In 1974, the California Supreme Court had ruled that a bank may not satisfy a credit card debt by deducting fees owed from a separate checking account containing deposits that "derived from unemployment and disability benefits.". But in Monday's unanimous ruling, the court distinguished the current case by saying the transactions at issue occurred "within a single account" rather than in multiple accounts. (ABC News -- Wire)
58 dollars in benefit or government required programs, such as pensions, group life insurance, disability benefits, and supplemental unemployment benefits and so on. However, the costs used to make a Toyota car in the U.S. plants were only 48 dollars per hour. (Xinhuanet, China)
"Not to mention that the strength and well-being of the players could be compromised, something better gauged by listening to those who play the game than crunching flawed statistics.Retirees getting a voiceThree questions for Bruce Laird, the former Colts linebacker, who is president of "Fourth and Goal," an organization that represents retired players, advocates for improved pension and disability benefits, and raises funds to provide assistance:You recently had the chance to address NFL... (Boston Globe)
Then, there seemed to be a mix-up when Shaughnessy said VA officials started questioning her application for her husband's disability benefits. "How can I possibly apply for his disability?" Shaughnessy asked incredulously. (Florida Today)
LAS VEGAS (AP) -A Nevada boxing judge has been indicted in Las Vegas on a federal charge that he improperly collected about $250,000 in Social Security disability benefits. U.S. Attorney Gregory Brower said in a statement Wednesday that 65-year-old Paul G. Smith worked more than 100 boxing matches from September 1994 and December 2005 and was involved in several other businesses inconsistent with his disability status. (MSNBC -- Sports)
CNN served notice to Mr. Vela via mail explaining that he no longer was to have his disability benefits and the medical insurance from the company. Eva Ventn, president of AGACAMT, the Galician Association Against Moral Harassment at the Workplace, denounces the hypocritical attitude of CNN, that, after putting Mr. Vela in the street, sent the Vice-president of CNN Spanish, Cristopher Crommett, to this employees funeral to sing a song and to deliver a pitiful donation. (Multichannel News)
PORTLAND A former firefighter who has become a nationally known chef is suing the city of Portland for 2 million, claiming he is still owed thousands of dollars a month in disability benefits. Thomas K. Hurley filed a lawsuit this week in Multnomah County Circuit Court, arguing the city promised to pay him benefits as long as he is unable physically to work as a firefighter. (Longview Daily News, WA)
In the waiting room, his thoughts began to swirl his birthday, life in the shelter, the long wait for disability benefits. Just before midnight he carried his backpack into the restroom and removed two bottles, Percocet, a pain killer, and Klonopin, for panic disorder, and swallowed all the pills. (Lompoc Record, CA)
This means, when injured, there are no medical or permanent disability benefits for the rider. Can you say sue the county. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
A former firefighter is suing the city of Portland for $2 million, claiming that it should continue to pay him thousands of dollars a month in disability benefits despite the fact that he has become a nationally known chef. Thomas K. Hurley filed a lawsuit this week in Multnomah County Circuit Court, arguing that the city has been "reneging" on its promise to pay him disability benefits as long as he isn't physically able to work as a firefighter ... The fund also continued to pay him thousands... (OregonLive, OR -- News)
"I have 25 years working with health care professionals, veterans and their families to provide health care, pension and disability benefits.". Why are you running. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
How much did the company have to spend on temp services while still paying disability benefits for the injured employee. Keeping employees safe isn't just a nice thing for a business owner to do. (Suite101.com)
DURHAM -- The N.C. Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of the City of Durham in a dispute over disability benefits paid to a former police officer. . (Herald Sun)
Marshall pleaded guilty on Feb. 11 to making illegal campaign contributions to members of Congress on behalf of the tribe, embezzling from the tribe, filing false tax returns for himself and the tribe, and fraudulently receiving Social Security disability benefits. He is to report to federal prison on June 8. (Boston Globe)
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Judith Kierstyn, a teacher for 25 years, was dying from cancer in 1993 and on sick leave when she sought advice from Farrell about receiving disability benefits from the Wisconsin Retirement System. Farrell allegedly told the Kierstyns that she could not apply for disability benefits until her sick leave was exhausted ... John Kierstyn later found out that his wife could have applied for disability benefits while on sick leave and her failure to apply meant that the survivor benefits he would... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Why has this woman, a foreign national, been living on Disability Benefits in the UK for 20 years. - Lincolnshire Lad, lincoln, 03/5/2009 11:11. (The Drudge Report)
The payments will go to people who receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, railroad retirement benefits or veteran's disability benefits. The payments are meant to provide a boost for people who don't qualify for the tax credit. (AZCentral -- News)
Adult children 18 and over, who receive SSI or disability benefits on a parent s record, will also receive this payment. The government emphasizes that you don t need to do anything to receive your payment. (Easton Journal, MA)
They will go to people who receive Social Security, Supplemental Security Income, railroad retirement or veteran's disability benefits ... Glenn-Croft said the bad economy coupled with aging baby boomers nearing retirement age has more Americans applying for Social Security and disability benefits. (AZCentral -- News)
These records can help you ensure timely payment of bills and avoid late fees, dispute errors on credit card statements, apply for retirement or disability benefits, file insurance claims, and more. Bankrate (www. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
The 27-year fire department veteran who worked at several city firehouses, including Ladder 87 on Staten Island in 2001, is getting disability benefits. He says he doesn't know whether he'll be able to work again. (Fox News)
Those in the program would be assessed a penalty if they're also receiving housing subsidies or Social Security disability benefits. Nursing homes would see a change in their state payments under the Senate bill. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
In all, the four Vanderschueres received more than $230,000 in SSA disability benefits and Medicaid payments ... In all, the four Vanderschueres received more than $230,000 in SSA disability benefits and Medicaid payments. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
You need to know what short-term and long-term disability benefits you can count on in a medical emergency. How long do benefits last and how much money can you expect. (MSNBC -- Business)
Both Karen and Richard Jr. received payments under the state Medicaid program for in-home services, while Richard Sr. collected Social Security disability benefits. Kroger said the state Department of Human Services conducted annual in-home assessments, but Vanderschuere Sr. and his wife fooled investigators into believing he actually needed the care. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Woodson is covered by under a government-mandated program that provides medical and disability benefits for employees working for U.S. contractors in Iraq and Afghanistan. covers about 90 percent of the claims for overseas workers. (ABC News)
The one bright spot is that Lyle, 64, has qualified for Medicare disability benefits and expects to be getting his card in July. But for now, the Whites have to pay out of pocket for Lyle s visits to the cardiologist and his medications. (Helena Independent Record)
Yet the Department of Veterans Affairs is paying disability benefits to 286 service members it says were taken prisoner during that conflict, according to data released by VA to The Associated Press. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Terrorism)
2 million to MLAC's Disability Benefits Project, which yielded $8. 6 million in new federal revenue for the Commonwealth. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
A soldier suffering from anxiety disorder may receive some disability benefits, but almost certainly will not receive benefits that total 50 percent of base pay. Paul Sullivan, executive director of the advocacy group Veterans for Common Sense, said that when soldiers with PTSD are booted out of the Army without a proper rating for PTSD, they are essentially shortchanged for their service in the wars and left to fight with the Department of Veterans Affairs for benefits. (Salon)
The union said workers will receive wage hikes above the industry standard, improvements in the defined benefit pension plan multiplier, and "substantial increases" in short-term disability benefits and life/accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Workers will continue to pay 20 percent of the premiums for health care insurance, but will have access to "best-in-industry" medical and dental health care plans that are locked in through the term of the renewal agreement. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
The cheapest form of insurance cover for most of us is our group life cover (if you are fortunate enough to work for a company that provides group death and disability benefits). If you have the option to adjust the level of cover you need, this is the place to start but be sure that you understand exactly what they will be charging. (iAfrica.com)
Platinum Heath Benefits Solutions (Platinum HB Solutions) provides self-insured and administrative services for drugs, extended health, dental and disability benefits. Serving individuals and small and large groups, Platinum HB Solutions wanted to continue offering cost-effective solutions without reducing coverage. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
A widow once employed as a machine operator at a clothing factory, Williams hurt her back on the job years ago and receives disability benefits ... She's looking for a permanent part-time position, one that won't disallow her disability benefits. (The Clarion-Ledger)
The indictment said the couple claimed to be disabled and not working from 2002 to 2007, when they were working in their gallery, and that they used $70,000 in disability benefits they were not entitled to. The charges caused us and our business great emotional and financial distress, Mary Donnelly said Friday. (Sacramento Business Journal, CA)
Sixty-one percent of applicants who go through an appeal h e a r i n g are u l t i m a t e l y approved for disability benefits. Since 1990, the number of Americans receiving Social Security disability has more than doubled, to 7. (Havre Daily News, MT)
The homeowner also must be receiving or be eligible to receive federal Social Security Disability benefits. To qualify for the Senior Citizen Property Tax Deferral Program, the income and property-ownership requirements must be met, and the homewoner be at least 62 years old by April 15. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
WASHINGTON - People who collect Social Security or disability benefits will share $13 billion in federal money, each receiving a one-time, $250 payment beginning in May, Vice President Joe Biden said Thursday. Biden also announced that $3. (AZCentral -- News)
We help you get your SSA disability benefits. Win or pay no fee. (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
WASHINGTON - People who collect Social Security or disability benefits will share $13 billion in economic stimulus money, each receiving a onetime $250 payment beginning in May, Vice President Biden announced yesterday. More than 50 million recipients of Social Security and Supplemental Security Income, or SSI, will receive the $250 payment sometime in May. (Boston Globe)
Eventually, Taylor was approved for disability benefits, but her limited. income meant she had to find meager housing. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
There is particular concern, they said, that the rule interferes with disability benefits for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder whose trauma may not be documented by the military ... Under the proposed change, a diagnosis of PTSD would still be required to obtain the disability benefits ... Antonette Zeiss, deputy chief officer for mental health services at the Veterans Health Administration, noted that the VA provides health care for five years for the recent veterans, so some... (Yahoo News -- Politics)
McCain helped push through my disability benefits and he s done a lot for disabled American vets. So that s at least one good thing to say about Sen. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Disability benefits are pending for the last 2 years and you are living on the street (or nearly almost there. You go to Social Services and they only thing you get is emergency food stamps. (The Herald-Mail Online)
It's time to expand the definition of eligibility for disability benefits and government-funded care. Sen. (Albany Times Union)
Smith is charged with leading and uniting players after a fractious search process in addition to appeasing embittered retired players seeking increased disability benefits and pension contributions. Vincent served for four years as NFLPA president and was presumed to be in line to succeed Upshaw before a falling out occurred. (USA Today -- Sports)
He also received noncontributory life insurance and long-term disability benefits that were less than $10,000 and therefore were not listed as a separate item in the proxy. The total compensation came to approximately $14. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Earned income is money from a job or self-employment but also includes union strike benefits, taxable long-term disability benefits received before the minimum retirement age, household employee income, and certain types of combat pay. The EITC provides the greatest benefit to those who have children but is available to single or married couples without children. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
The administration plans to tackle the suspiciously large increase in the number of people claiming disability benefits. I didn't finish these conversations feeling chastened exactly. (International Herald Tribune)
Published: Thursday, March 5, 2009 12:13 PM CST LITTLE ROCK A former Jonesboro police officer who was injured on the job has been granted permanent disability benefits following a decision Wednesday by the Arkansas Court of Appeals. Tammy Morgan of Rector was injured when she fell backward after pulling a fleeing suspect off a fence Dec. 29, 2003. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
2 billion for construction of new veterans hospitals and other medical facilities, 50 million for memorial repairs and renovations and a one-time 250 to each veteran receiving retirement or disability benefits. Sturgeon said there is a possibility funds beyond the expected 18 million will come to the fort as part of other funding in the stimulus package. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Diagnosed in 2007 with stage IV kidney cancer, a rare disease, Young is struggling to maintain his employer-based insurance through a COBRA program his premiums are now $1,332 a month which consumes most of his Social Security Disability benefits of about $1,500 a month, benefits that are too high to qualify for Medicaid. "I will be honest with you," Young says, "I've got a lot of friends who are so good to my family it's the only way we have made it.". (Time.com)
Thousands of veterans currently endure six-month waits for disability benefits, and the VA is scrambling to upgrade government technology systems before new legislation providing for millions of dollars in new GI benefits takes effect in August. In recent weeks, the Government Accountability Office found that the VA was still lowballing budget estimates to Congress at the expense of tens of thousands of patients needing long-term health care. (CBS News -- Evening News)
-- Also for the first time, highly disabled veterans who are medically retired from service would be able to collect both VA disability benefits and Defense Department retirement benefits. -- Mental health screening and treatment offered by the VA would expand with emphasis on the two signature wounds of the Iraq-Afghanistan wars post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injuries. (Florida Today)
Deputy City Attorney Franco Lucchin cited city charter: A fund member is eligible for work-related disability benefits "when unable to perform the member's required duties because of an injury or illness" that arises out of their police or firefighting work. The administrative judge said the charter's wording is clear, and the officer should be denied benefits because "he has remained able to perform his required police duties.". (OregonLive, OR -- News)
Prosecutors allege that the Rileys falsely said that their daughter was mentally unstable so that they could collect Social Security disability benefits on her behalf. Rebecca was diagnosed with bipolar disorder and hyperactivity disorder when she was 28 months old by Dr. Kayoko Kifuji, who was then a psychiatrist at Tufts Medical Center. (Boston Globe)
But comprehensive pension reform also requires lawmakers to confront the practices of roughly 100 local retirement boards, which oversee the investments and administration of retirement and disability benefits for 215,000 municipal and county employees. It's a murky area. (Boston Globe)
There was no subsidized housing available for a family living on disability benefits. Since late November, the two have been living in the homeless shelter at Community Outreach. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
House Bill 54 would raise benefits for families of workers killed on the job, allow for some out-of-state medical care and bridge benefits for workers who go from temporary to permanent disability benefits ... When a worker begins receiving permanent total disability benefits, the Workers' Compensation and Safety Division places the total projected amount of money the worker will receive over the lifetime of his claim in a reserve fund. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Sgrignoli had received social security disability benefits for herself and on behalf of her child, Carlson said, and failed to disclose to authorities that the child was no longer in her care, thereby knowingly receiving benefits to which she was not entitled. U.S. Magistrate Judge Andrew Smyser sentenced Sgrignoli, who had pleaded guilty to the charge, to one year of probation, including the first four months of home confinement; restitution of $13,008 to the SSA; and a special assessment of... (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
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