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CAN VETERANS GET SSDI BENEFITS IF THEY BECOME DISABLED WHILE ON ACTIVE MILITARY SERVICE?

Attorney Charlie Hall

Disabled veterans can apply and get Social Security Disability Insurance at the same time as Veteran Administration (VA) Disability Compensation. Getting approved for disability benefits provides increased income stability for veterans and their families.

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The Disability Insurance “trust gap” Part 2: Actions

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

[This is the second part of a discussion on the Disability Insurance “trust gap”. It is based on notes and discussions points for sessions in a 4th year Disability Management course on Workplace Insurance and Benefits. Part 1 explored the reasons for the lack of trust in disability insurance.

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What Is Social Security Disability?

Attorney Charlie Hall

Most disability claims are denied on the initial review, and an appeal must be filed. 75% of Social Security Disability Insurance beneficiaries are 50 or older. Attorney Charlie Hall has earned his certification in Social Security Disability from the North Carolina State Bar Board for Legal Specialization in November 2014.

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STUDY: Less Negative Spillover of Paid Parental Leave than Hyped

HR Digest

The International Labor Organization review of 185 countries in 2014 found that except Papua New Guinea all countries have some law mandating paid paternal leave. The socio-economic cost is high because of the notion that the company will lose out on work hours and will have to pay for it.

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Health Care Reform: How a PEO Can Put Your Mind at Ease

Insperity

Regardless of company size, offering health insurance will cost you. Health care reform creates billions of dollars in taxes and fees that will be absorbed by those who purchase coverage starting in 2014. Co-employment helps ease the burden by providing employees access to a large-group insurance plan sponsored by the PEO itself.

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Health Care Reform: 4 Ways to Find Health Insurance for Your Business

Insperity

Much like the state exchanges for individuals, SHOP is an online marketplace where small business owners or their insurance brokers will be able to compare and buy various health plans for their companies. Note that for 2014, the SHOP in your state may have limited coverage options available. Use a health insurance broker.

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Mental Injuries: Workers' Compensation and Disability Insurance Part 2

Workers' Compensation Perspectives

On the disability insurance side, this shift has meant changes to policies and procedures. While not everyone has access to disability plans, insured parties want clarity of the coverage; insurers need clear procedures to approve coverage. The toughen-up attitude still exists.