Ohio residents under the age of 18 who receive Supplemental Security Income benefits, and their caregivers, often have questions about what happens with the benefits once the recipient turns 18. The eligibility rules are different for children and adults, and the SSA will conduct an eligibility redetermination when the recipient reaches age 18.
Understanding maximum medical improvement in Ohio
There are many potential issues in a workers' compensation claim in Ohio. One important issue is maximum medical improvement. MMI essentially means the worker's medical condition has stabilized and improvement is unlikely in spite of physical rehabilitation and other treatments.
Fatal accident kills motorcyclist
Motorcyclists and drivers of conventional vehicles in Ohio are well-advised to maintain the proper speed and adhere to other traffic laws to make certain that everyone is safe when out on the road. It is an unfortunate reality that when a motorcyclist is in an accident with another vehicle, the vulnerability of the rider places him or her in danger of dying in a fatal accident. When a family has suffered the loss of a loved one in a motorcycle accident, they must make certain to understand their right to seek compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Can I appeal when I am denied Social Security disability?
Ohioans who are suffering from an illness, injury or disability and are unable to work might consider seeking Social Security disability benefits. Unfortunately, there are times when a person is denied benefits or has benefits stopped. Those who face this issue have the right to appeal. Understanding the appeals process is imperative if there is a denial. There are four levels of appeal: reconsideration, a hearing by an administrative law judge (ALJ), a review by the Appeals Council and a review by a federal court.
New apps increase the risk of being a distracted driver
Drivers in Ohio and across the U.S. have enough to worry about with trying to be safe and avoid an accident without new and risky behaviors adding to their concerns. However, with people as busy as they are and the variety of different ways they could stay dialed in, the number of dangers on the road has increased. With the increasing number of activities available through mobile devices, the problem is only getting worse. Those who are involved in an auto accident need to make certain they understand how and why it happened as they seek to be compensated in a legal action.