Margolius, Margolius & Associates
While there are a number of protections for employees, the framework of employment law is generally premised on the employment at will doctrine. For employees who do not have a contract, which are most employees in Ohio, considerable leeway is given to an employer in a discharge or disciplinary action. More...
Deciding to file for Social Security benefits is an important decision, but filing the actual application for Disability or SSI should not be confusing or intimidating. The Social Security Administration offers different options for claiming benefits in an attempt to make this process more comfortable. An application can be filed in person at a local social security office,by callingSocial Security at 1-800-772-1213 or by going on-line at www.ssa.gov. The disabled individual can file a claim on his or her own or with the help of a family member or friend. Assistance can be provided by an intake worker at the Social Security office or a private More...
Commissioner Michael J. Astrue of the Social Security Administration (SSA) took action to expand the SSA Compassionate Allowance (CAL) conditions program. Commissioner Astrue added fifty-two (52) illnesses, diseases, and impairments to the CAL conditions list. Social Security implemented the CAL program in 2008 to fast-track cases when Americans are suffering from the most serious disabilities. More...
