Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Will A Monetary Gift Affect My Social Security Disability Benefits?
Suffering a debilitating injury or learning that you have a disabling disease can be devastating, and you are likely worried about how you will be able to pay your bills. When you experience a disability, it is important to know that you may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits through the Social… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation For Social Event Injuries
Social events are common in many different kinds of workplaces in Pennsylvania, from company picnics and sports leagues to holiday parties. In most cases, these social events occur after hours or on the weekends, and they are frequently optional for employees. If you suffered an injury at a workplace social event sponsored by your… Read More »
Can I Be Eligible For SSDI And SSI Benefits At The Same Time?
Whether you were recently injured on the job in Harrisburg or you were diagnosed with a disabling illness that will prevent you from working, you are likely beginning to look into options for disability payments. There are significant distinctions between Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, although both… Read More »
5 Things To Know About Intoxicated Driving Accidents
Intoxicated driving accidents are among the most devastating types of auto accidents in the Harrisburg area, and these collisions occur more often than you might expect. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, alcohol-related crashes are responsible for about 30 percent of all traffic fatalities, and DUI-drug accidents have increased in recent years. If… Read More »
Happy Labor Day!
Here’s to celebrating the American Worker and to all the hard working Unions fighting for working men and women everywhere! Ira Weinstock, P.C.
What Is The Difference Between A Personal Injury And Wrongful Death Lawsuit After An Auto Accident?
After a devastating auto accident that resulted in debilitating injuries to a loved one that ultimately proved to be fatal, it can be complicated to understand how to seek compensation. Should you file a personal injury lawsuit, or is a wrongful death claim appropriate? How about a survival action? When you have lost a… Read More »
What Should I Expect After I File A Workers’ Compensation Claim?
Getting hurt at work can be devastating. When a workplace injury occurs, you will need to receive medical care and you may need a significant time away from work in order to recover. In some circumstances, a workplace injury results in a permanent disability that is partial or total, limiting your ability to return… Read More »
Summer Auto Accidents: Know The Risks And How To Determine Liability
Motor vehicle collisions can be especially hazardous in the winter months in Harrisburg since roads can be impacted by ice and snow, and visibility can be low due to winter storms. Given the hazards associated with winter driving, many people assume that cold weather months are the most dangerous times to be on the… Read More »
If My Doctor Says I Am Disabled, Can I Get SSD Benefits?
When you have sustained a debilitating injury or you have been diagnosed with a disabling disease, you should be learning more about your ability to seek Social Security Disability benefits (commonly known as SSD benefits) through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program. You may already know that SSD benefits are not provided based… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation And Occupational Diseases: What You Should Know
If you are injured on the job in the Harrisburg area, you may be eligible to file a claim for workers’ compensation benefits. You may know that a traumatic workplace injury, as long as it arises out of the course of your employment, can be compensable. Yet understanding how Pennsylvania law and the Pennsylvania… Read More »