able to work
The definition of “able to work” is defined as capable of employment. A person who is able to work is ineligible to receive unemployment benefits on the basis of illness or injury.
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public benefits
appropriations bill
An appropriations bill is a piece of legislation that indicates where public funds are to be allocated in a budget.
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benefit
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correlative rights doctrine
The correlative rights doctrine is a central principle of natural resources law.
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cost-of-living adjustment (COLA)
A cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is an annual increase to compensation or benefits to account for increases in the cost of living, which is primarily driven by inflation.
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dependent
Dependent has multiple legal meanings. Generally, “dependent” refers to an individual who relies on support from another individual and usually cannot exist or sustain themselves independently without the aid or support of someone else. Basically, it is an individual who needs support and their support is contingent from the help of another individual. The dependent individual is sustained by the other individual.
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dependents benefits
Dependents benefits are social security proceeds which may be received by those who rely on the primary recipient’s income. Dependents benefits often take the form of survivor benefits, although in some circumstances dependents may receive benefits while the recipient still lives.
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disability benefits
Overview:
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disability law
Disability law refers to laws related to individuals with disabilities; specifically, these laws protect disabled individuals from certain kinds of discrimination. Disability laws are particularly concerned with employment, housing, education, and access to public services.
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earmark
An earmark is a designation in an appropriations bill that indicates where public funds should be allocated through a method other than a statutory, administrative, formula-driven, or competitive award process. Earmarks are often used to fund state or local projects.
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