Legal Articles
Medical Conditions and the Social Security Administration
Experienced Social Security disability attorney Jeff Scholnick discusses which medical conditions are listed in the Social Security Administration’s impairment listing manual, also known as “the blue book.” The Social Security Administration (SSA) lists a number of impairments, both physical and mental, in the manual usually called “the blue book.” All impairments listed will automatically qualify…
Read MoreJeff Scholnick wins award at MSBA Mid-Year Convention in Punta Cana
Baltimore attorney Jeff Scholnick attended the Maryland State Bar Association in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic from February 14th-21st of this year. Scholnick won a contest of first-time participants to be a featured speaker for the Mid-Year Convention. The contest was open to members of the MSBA who are considered a “First-Time Attendee Lawyer.” He spoke on the subject…
Read MoreShould I file for an expungement of my records?
The Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services of the State of Maryland states that expungement is the removal of court and police records from public inspection. (1) Having prior criminal charges can have consequences in your personal and professional life; this is one of the main reasons why most people consider filing a petition…
Read MoreTop 3 Myths About Social Security Disability
Baltimore attorney Jeff Scholnick discusses the most prevalent myths regarding Social Security disability. Not having the correct information on Social Security disability benefits can mean the difference between winning your benefits and going without. Several misconceptions in particular often cause issues in pursuing benefits. Read the following list to better understand the process and what…
Read MoreApplying for a Driver’s License for Undocumented Immigrants in Maryland
According to the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration’s website (MVA), the new law allows undocumented immigrants to obtain a driver’s license when they have an identity document such as a valid current foreign passport, Maryland Income taxes for the preceding two years and two residency documents. Please see my earlier blog entry about this new law,…
Read MoreThe Public Service Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Program – Many Qualify & Are Not Aware
Do you have Federal Student Loans? You may qualify for a Forgiveness Program and not even be aware of your eligibility. Here are some basic rules: 1. This only applies to Federal loans. If you have private loans, the creditor may have programs for forgiveness, but probably nothing like this. Do you know if your…
Read MoreFundacion ARCE
On December 27, 2014, Jeff Scholnick joined Fundaciόn ARCE for a Christmas lunch dedicated for children who are without parents with an emphasis on the Latino community. Jeff Scholnick came together with Janet Arce, the director of Fundacion ARCE and Centro de Apoyo. The children had a chance to remember what it’s like to have a nice Christmas with…
Read MoreCan I file Bankruptcy if I have an ITIN?
Bankruptcy laws don’t require a legal status or U.S. citizenship for a debtor in order to file for Bankruptcy. The U.S. Code, in its title 11 for Bankruptcy, chapter 1 § 109 titled “Who May be a debtor” states that: (a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, only a person that resides or has a…
Read MoreHow a lawyer who speaks Spanish can make a difference
I have always believed that I could help the Immigrants in the Baltimore Latino community by speaking Spanish. Therefore, I have spent the last five years studying Spanish on a daily basis. Here is an important example of why this is can be so helpful to my clients. I have a client from Honduras. He…
Read More5 Considerations to Make about Social Security Benefits
There are some important considerations that you must evaluate when determining when to apply for your Social Security Retirement benefits. (These are different than the factors in determining when you should apply for Disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income.) Social Security Retirement benefits are generally determined by the number of years you paid into the…
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