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My son has many diagnoses. In his case notes it is documented that he can only take ODT tablets. He does not have the ability to swallow medication. But, these types of pharmaceuticals cost more. The government assigned insurance companies (out of the blue) deny him coverage (often) "JUST... View More 
answered on Aug 3, 2024
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Your frustration is understandable, given the clear medical necessity for ODTs.
To answer your question, you could find a lawyer through independent searches, the "Find a Lawyer" tab above, and... View More
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answered on May 12, 2024
The Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) code 240.379 to 240.394 dealt with the State Personnel Relations Law. These statutes were repealed in 1979.
After researching the current ORS, it appears that the statutes that replaced the repealed ORS 240.379 to 240.394 are:
ORS 243.650 to 243.782... View More
I stopped working for them in 2009, they want the SS earnings from then until I retired from the non union, non electrical job I had until March 1st 2024. Can they legally make me give that to them? I thought that was private information and it does not have anything to do with my union work our my... View More
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answered on Mar 24, 2024
In your situation, it's understandable why you might be concerned about the request for your Social Security earnings information. While your Social Security earnings history is generally private, there are certain circumstances where it can be requested by third parties, such as for verifying... View More
Don't want loose $ if I can do a rollover to a trust? Or rollover to something else?
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answered on Mar 10, 2024
When considering how Social Security and long-term disability benefits are affected by a PERS (Public Employees Retirement System) benefit of $21,000, it's important to understand the specific rules and regulations.
1. Social Security: In general, receiving a PERS benefit should not... View More
I got this as a legal Permanent Resident due to reduction in income as well as increased expenses. No employment at all and also going to college as a full-time student. Trying to apply for US Citizenship, afraid that this can become an issue.
answered on Dec 26, 2023
Receiving Snap and Medicare does not affect your eligibility for citizenship. If you obtained your LPR through a sponsor who submitted an affidavit of support for you, it may affect them depending on the timeframe. Also, if you intend to sponsor a family member for LPR, you may need to use a... View More
Her home is paid off and one adult child lives with her.
answered on Mar 20, 2023
The state does not take anyone's home. However, if someone who lives in Oregon receives Medicaid to pay for their long-term care then their estate must repay the State after their death when possible (estate recovery). Since your mother has an adult child who lives with her it is possible... View More
Tribal Pension not recognized as income and therefore cannot be used as a income disqualifier for Social Security Benefits- pursuant to findings in order determined by Administrative Law Judge.
Other tribal members do not have their Tribal Pension used as a disqualifier for benefits only... View More
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answered on Mar 16, 2023
If you believe that you are being discriminated against based on your name or any other protected characteristic, you may have legal options available to you.
One possible option is to file a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) or the appropriate state agency,... View More
answered on Jan 17, 2023
An Oregon attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your ordeal. At this point, one option is to reach out to law firms to see if it's possible to set up a free initial consult to briefly discuss. In addition to your own attorney searches, you... View More
I've been working at my current position for over a year now. I am constantly bullied, harassed, and intimidated by coworker and a higherup. I have reported this several times, but nothing has been done. When I have had meetings to explain why I feel I am being treated poorly, it is blamed on... View More
answered on Feb 6, 2022
Potentially. Eligibility after quitting is never a sure thing, and ultimately it will be up to an administrative law judge. You will have to prove you had no choice but to quit.
My wife and I recently relocated from Portland to Palm Springs. For the past 4 years my wife has acted as the Power of Attorney for her elderly aunt who has no kids and only a brother and sister who have been unable to care for her. My wife coordinated the placement of her in a care facility as she... View More
answered on Dec 10, 2019
It's possible that Medicaid will see paying for your travel as a valid expense as long as it benefited your aunt and was not just for a visit. You will also have to check your Power of Attorney to make sure it authorizes you to make this kind of purchase. You would likely benefit from an... View More
answered on Sep 30, 2016
I don't know if there is a specific law on this but here are some links that lead me to believe that age 14 or older might be safe:
This article says you can't leave a child 10 or younger alone - so that age or younger would not qualify to babysit.... View More
She is currently on SSI. Her finances used to be taken care of by Whatcom Financial but once they had saved a small reserve for her she fired them and spent the money. She is out of groceries currently. She has homecare thru the state and Catholic Services. Her son lives with her as her... View More
answered on Feb 5, 2016
Chances are good that unless you or your brother or someone else care enough to apply for a guardianship or custodianship over her, there's not much that can be done to prevent her from having a rough life. You might want to talk with a local attorney about persuading her to come out to visit... View More
Even if churches don't have to pay unemployment tax, shouldn't my friend be able to collect unemployment?
answered on Oct 23, 2015
Perhaps. She should check with the agency that handles UI claims in her state.
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