Scott M. Kolligian, Esq.

11/11/2024

Happy Veterans Day to every man and woman who served. You have my deepest, most sincere respect and appreciation. Thank you!

11/11/2023

Anyone who served our country...thank you. You will forever have our respect.

07/07/2023

RECEPTIONIST WANTED! We are excited to add two new members to our team! This is an opportunity for a dynamic, engaging person who wants to help people feel comfortable and welcome at our office. Our ideal future team member will need to be an excellent communicator, highly professional, prompt, and friendly. If this describes you, please reach out!

Law Office ReceptionistPosition Overview: We seek a reliable, organized, professional receptionist to join our law office. As our clients’ first point of contact, the receptionist will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive first impression of our...

07/07/2023

LEGAL ASSISTANT WANTED! We are excited to add two new members to our team! This is an opportunity for a (very!) highly organized person who wants to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Our ideal future team member will need to be excellent at working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, and must have exceptional customer service skills.

Job Title: Legal Assistant - Disability BenefitsLocation: Akron, OhioJob Type: 30-35 hours per week, In-personSalary: Competitive, based on experienceBenefits: 401k after one year, life insuranceAbout Us: We are a well-established law firm based in Akron, Ohio. Attorney Kolligian’s legal practice....

04/20/2023

ATTENTION OHIO RESIDENTS WITH DISABILITIES OR THOSE SEEKING DISABILITY BENEFITS!

Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated navigating the complex legal process of applying for disability benefits? The government and insurance companies do a great job of making good, hard working people like you want to give up. IT SHOULD NOT BE THIS WAY! We understand how daunting and challenging it can be, but you don't have to go through it alone.

Our team of experienced disability lawyers is here to help you every step of the way. We believe that everyone deserves a fair chance to receive the benefits they need and deserve, and we are passionate about helping our clients achieve success.

Whether you're only thinking about whether disability is right for you, just beginning the application process, or have been denied benefits and want to appeal and fight back, we have the knowledge and skills to guide you through the legal process.

Don't let your disability hold you back from getting the benefits you need. Let us help you get the benefits you deserve. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation and see how we can assist you.

We help people in Ohio who can’t work re–establish themselves as reliable financial providers for their families.

11/23/2022

When our office takes on a client who has a long-term disability insurance application or an appeal, we evaluate several important factors to help determine the best way to move forward with your claim. Check out this short video that outlines the most important factors of your long-term disability (LTD) insurance claim. http://ow.ly/Ispv50LMgJa

03/21/2022

Here's an important update for members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. If you or someone you know is about to submit an OPERS Disability application, please make sure to watch this video that highlights the most recent revisions to the Report of Physician or DR-APS form.
http://ow.ly/8PLb50IoHc0

11/13/2021

I am hearing that field offices will begin phasing in a reopening plan in January of 2022, but it is already well past the time that the Social Security field offices should be reopened to the public. Applying for a disability benefit should not be as difficult (and slow) as the SSA is making it right now.

People still can’t walk into a local Social Security office to get a new card or handle a name change request.

10/29/2021

As a disability attorney in Ohio, my team and I get a lot of questions around the timing of when a case should be appealed. In many cases, emotions (anger, fear, frustration) prompt knee-jerk reactions which result in an almost-immediate appeal. While this may FEEL good in the moment, moving too quickly could hurt your chances of getting the help you need. Check out my latest video to learn more on why you SHOULDN'T rush your appeal. http://ow.ly/qxIq50GBpFt

08/09/2021

It's important to me to help make sure public employees get the guidance they need. So many people don't know that OPERS, STRS, and SERS are different from Social Security disability. You CAN continue working, even on a full-time basis, while applying for a disability benefit.

So, what are some of our client’s most important considerations when determining whether to continue working or not? Check out this short video to help decide if this is the right move for you. http://ow.ly/xUns50FNwb0

06/21/2021

Often, people ask me to answer a tough question that many public employees and public school teachers have: What to do if your doctor won't certify your state disability claim? Check out this short video where I give ideas about getting the support you need from your doctor.
http://ow.ly/sZoT50FeZrh

Many times Ohio public employees have a hard time getting a doctor to certify their OPERS, SERS or STRS disability claims. In this video, I share three important tips to help state employees get their claims processed and get the benefits they deserve.

07/02/2020

"Substantial reduction in force" is a terrifying phrase for so many hardworking families associated with the University of Akron.

A cost-cutting plan at the University of Akron that includes a "substantial reduction in force" will be presented at a special board of trustees