This disability benefits presentation took place for the Parkinson Foundation of the National Capital Area. In this presentation, Mr. Casciano presents on the different types of disability benefits – Long Term and Short Term Disability from private insurance policies, Social Security Disability, Maryland State Disability Retirement and Federal Disability Retirement.

Mr. Casciano discusses when it is an appropriate time to consider applying for disability benefits, which depends on if one’s symptoms and limitations prevent them from being able to work. He also mentions the importance of understanding the different definitions of disability that exist for each type of benefit. Additionally, he approaches how to speak with your doctors about whether or not you are unable to work due to your disability.

The discussion touches on the steps for applying for disability and how different types of benefit systems interact with one another. Overall, this video provides an overarching understanding of how disability benefits work, the nuances of this area of law and how to seek support from Mr. Casciano in the process.