While people in Indiana are healthy they generally do not think about what would happen if they suffered a serious injury or illness. However, in addition to needing medical treatment, which can be both costly and time-consuming, people may not be able to work. This...
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How guardianships help adults with special needs
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | May 11, 2022 | adult guardianships
If you have a child, you know that your role as a parent never ends. That's especially true if you have a child with special needs. Mental and physical limitations can mean your child may never be completely independent. One way to help is through a guardianship. What...
Can I fast track my Social Security Disability claim?
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | May 3, 2022 | social security disability
For Indiana residents who are disabled and need to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, they are commonly concerned about the wait time for a decision. It can be extensive especially if there is an appeal. Often, this is related to questions about the...
Helping a child with autism transition into adulthood
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Apr 27, 2022 | adult guardianships
Parents of children with a disability know that their work is not done once their child becomes an adult. For government assistance to continue, they must keep detailed medical records and be prepared to continue satisfying the eligibility and filing deadlines as...
What can cause disability benefits to stop?
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Apr 13, 2022 | social security disability
For millions of Americans who rely on government disability benefits to make ends meet when they cannot work, it can come as a shock when they discover that they may no longer be eligible, or that stricter eligibility requirements have made their condition no longer...
What should I know about my Social Security Disability review?
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Apr 5, 2022 | social security disability
When it comes time for Indiana residents to have their Social Security Disability benefits reviewed, it can be a worrisome time as they think about what will happen if they are not renewed. The prospect of losing benefits can leave the person as apprehensive as they...
What is a guardianship bond and will I have to get one?
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Mar 22, 2022 | adult guardianships
If you’re considering taking on the role of legal guardian for another person, you’ll likely have questions about the process and what your responsibilities will be. One issue that doesn’t come up as often as others is that of the guardianship bond, but it’s important...
The primary reasons why the SSA denied your disability benefits
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Mar 16, 2022 | social security disability
When the government denied your application for Social Security disability (SSD) benefits, you could not help but take it personally. You find yourself among the 67% of disabled workers who have had their initial applications denied. The Social Security Administration...
Medical conditions that qualify for Social Security Disability
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Mar 8, 2022 | social security disability
When it comes to which medical conditions qualify a person for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, the answer is not always so clear cut. However, there is a directory, called the Social Security Blue Book, officially called the Disability Evaluation...
How does a Medicaid waiver program work?
On Behalf of Law Office of Annette Rutkowski LLC | Feb 23, 2022 | Uncategorized
Millions of people in the United States are getting assistance from Medicaid, which is a combined state and federal program that supplies health benefits to people who meet the requirements. Medicaid helps Americans in many different categories, such as: Low-income...