By Mary Ellen Flynn, Attorney at Law Email: meflynn@a-f.net Maryland’s highest court has ruled that although Maryland’s Equality Act isn’t set to go into effect until next year, a gay couple that has been married out of state can legally file for...
For many Americans today, the Medicare and Medicaid systems are a source of great confusion and worry. Most know that at some point in their lives they will need to rely on one of these systems for medical care, but how they work, remains a mystery to many Americans....
Federal workers entitled to FERS disability retirement pensions currently receive an annuity that is based on the their High-3 average pay, that is, the highest average basic pay earned during any 3 consecutive years of service. However, new federal legislation...
If you are beginning the process of applying for disability benefits of any nature from the federal government, it is critical that you are aware of the breadth of possible benefits offered, each with its own unique requirements and complexities. Understanding...
For many federal employees, making arrangements to maintain health insurance for a surviving spouse, after the death of the annuitant, is a priority. There are many choices for the retiring employee to select from. The requirements to maintain health insurance for...