Author Archives: bethsufian
Family Medical Leave
The Family Medical Leave Act gives employees who work at an employer with 50 or more employees up to 12 weeks unpaid leave. The employee meets 3 criteria: 1. Employer has 50 or more employees that work within a 75 … Continue reading
Posted in CF and starting a career, CF Legal Rights
Tagged Leave from work whhen ill
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SSI Rules Regarding Cars
In order to be eligible for Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) benefits , a beneficiary must meet both income and resource limits in addition to meeting certain medical requirements. SSI eligibility also means eligibility for Medicaid. If the person is not … Continue reading
Posted in CF Legal Rights, CF Social Security Benefits
Tagged medicaid, ssi benefits
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New TSA Hotline For Fliers With Disabilities
In December of 2011, the TSA introduced a toll-free helpline that answers questions for fliers with disabilities and medical conditions.
Posted in CF and Traveling, CF Legal Rights
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SSDI Information
As my prior post discussed, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) have different non-medical requirements.
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Social Security Benefits and Work Rules
As my prior post discussed, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) have different non-medical requirements. Therefore, it is extremely important for a person who receives either SSI or SSDI benefits to understand the SSA non-medical eligibility rules.
Social Security Benefits-Intro
Many people with CF receive SSA benefits. Some people do not know what type of benefits they receive from the Social Security Administration. It is important to know what type of benefits you receive because each SSA benefit program has … Continue reading
Introducing Beth Sufian Attorney at Law
My name is Beth Sufian. I live in Houston, Texas, i am an attorney and have been practicing law for 21 years. I focus my practice on advocating for people with CF and other chronic illnesses. I am a partner … Continue reading
