Disability benefits may not be the only benefits you are receiving or will receive at any given point in time. There are a variety of other benefits you may qualify to receive for a number of different reasons. It can be complicated to keep track of all of these benefits, the limitations they may have…
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What to Do If Your Disability Benefits Application Has Been Twice Denied
If you have a disability that prevents you from retaining gainful employment, the financial pressures and difficulties of everyday life may be too much to handle sometimes. The good news is that Social Security disability benefits can provide critical financial relief. The not-so-great news is, however, that the Social Security disability benefits application process is…
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What to Say (and Not Say) at Your Disability Hearing
Although it often comes as a big disappointment, initial Social Security disability claims are commonly denied. Fortunately, there is greater success when appealing denied claims. After your claim is denied, you will be able to request a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Your day in court can be a great opportunity to get…
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The Reopening of Social Security Offices
Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has put serious restrictions on the in-person services it offers. This is, of course, in an attempt to slow the spread of the virus, protecting both employees and the public at large. It has been difficult, however, for those looking for SSA assistance….
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Statute of Limitations and Veterans Social Security Disability Claims
Veterans, like civilians, who suffer from an illness or an injury that prevents them from retaining gainful employment can apply for Social Security disability benefits through the Social Security Administration. There are, however, some unique considerations veterans need to account for when applying for Social Security disability benefits. For instance, some disabled veterans may be…
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Obsolete Jobs Led to Disability Benefit Denials
While there are people in critical need of disability benefits, the path to receiving benefits can be a bumpy one, to say the least. There are forms to complete and records to submit. Due to the fact that the majority of applicants are initially denied, there is often an appeal that will need to be…
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Online Social Security Hearings: What You Need to Know
Back in March 2020, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced the temporary closing of its hearing offices because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of these office closings, the SSA started offering online video hearings to accommodate the change in circumstances. While online hearings proceed the same way as in-person hearings did, there is definitely some…
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The Expansion of the Social Security Administration’s Compassionate Allowance Program
Social Security disability benefits are available to qualifying individuals who are suffering from severe medical impairments. These benefits can be a critical resource for those struggling financially due to medical conditions preventing individuals from retaining gainful employment. While these benefits can provide much-needed support to disabled individuals across the country, they can be quite difficult…
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What is a Consultative Examination for Social Security?
If you have applied for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration, you may receive a notice to appear for a consultative exam (CE). This is fairly routine and no cause for panic. The SSA may require a CE if there is a lack of medical evidence currently in your file to support your disability…
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Social Security Disability Starter Kit
When you are in need of accessing Social Security Disability benefits, you may feel that the pressure is on! The financial pressure you can feel may be intense and the stress of going up against the disability benefits application process can leave you reeling. A good starting point may be to review the Social Security…
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