Melissa Linebaugh

J.D. · University of Baltimore School of Law

Melissa Linebaugh graduated with honors from the University of Baltimore School of Law and is a member of the Maryland bar. She has a background in Social Security disability, as well as family law and criminal law. Ms. Linebaugh works as a general practitioner.

Articles By Melissa Linebaugh

Is SSI Eligibility for a Disabled Child Based on Parents’ Income?
Social Security counts only a portion of the income of a disabled child's parents when determining SSI eligibility.
How to Handle Large Payments of Disability Back Benefits
Recipients of SSDI backpay can spend the money as they wish,
Challenging Social Security's Established Onset Date (EOD) of Disability
Depending on the circumstances, it may not make sense to appeal an established disability onset date.
Which States Tax Social Security Disability Benefits?
Some states tax Social Security and SSI disability benefits while others don't.
Social Security vs Railroad Retirement, Disability, and Survivor Benefits
The railroad retirement program offers different and somewhat expanded benefits from Social Security.
Deducting Disability-Related Expenses From Your Countable Income for SSDI or SSI
You can deduct IRWEs from your self-employment income or wages.
Using Special Needs Trusts for SSI Eligibility
Individuals with a disability can still qualify for SSI if there is an SSI trust that holds funds for their benefit.
How Sheltered Work Affects Social Security Disability
Earnings from sheltered employment could affect your eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or your SSI benefit amount.
Getting Disability for Pneumonia or Other Lung Infections
If you have greatly reduced lung functioning that causes severe, long-term difficulties breathing, you may qualify for disability.
Filing for Disability Benefits for Muscular Dystrophy
Whether you can get disability benefits for MD depends on how the MD is restricting your activities.