Social Security is often at the center of some very heated political debates. People have strong feelings about Social Security and it seems as if some threat or another to the Social Security system is being talked about on various news outlets. Once again Social Security is in the headlines. President Trump made an announcement…
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Thousands of Americans Died While Waiting for a Social Security Disability Hearing
Social Security programs provide much needed benefits to those in need across the U.S. Two programs run by the Social Security Administration (SSA) provide disability payments. The first program is Supplemental Security Income (SSI). SSI provides financial assistance to adults who are unable to work due to a physical or mental disability. The other program…
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What Is a Residual Functional Capacity Form?
Filing a claim for Social Security disability benefits can be extremely document-intensive. The required paperwork and forms you will be required to submit and retain may quickly pile up. While there is much paperwork to keep track of, the documentation is a critical aspect of your claim. Understanding the purpose and role of the documents…
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Factors to Consider in Hiring the Right Attorney
The Social Security disability claim process can be much more overwhelming than a person may initially anticipate. Retaining a lawyer to help you apply for disability benefits or appeal a decision rendered by the SSA on a disability claim can bring you a great deal of peace of mind as you try to access these…
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What is Disability Determination Services (DDS)?
The number of departments, agencies, and other government entities involved in disability claims can boggle the mind. There are multiple entities involved in the process and each one can play a vital role in rendering a final decision on a disability application. It can be important to understand the role each plays as you navigate…
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Will an Anxiety Disorder Qualify You for Disability Benefits?
Most people immediately begin thinking about physical limitations when disability is mentioned. There is, however, a variety of disabilities that relate to mental and emotional capabilities. Mental and emotional disabilities can limit a person’s ability to retain gainful employment just as much, and more in some cases, than a physical disability. The Social Security Administration…
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How Do I Get Disability Benefits?
If you have a disabling condition that will prevent you from substantial gainful activity, work, for at least 12 months, you may be entitled to Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. SSD benefits can provide critical financial support to those prevented from working due to a disabling condition. In order to access SSD benefits, however, you…
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If I Get Social Security Disability Benefits, Can My Family Receive Benefits As Well?
Once you have been approved for Social Security Disability benefits, you may be wondering whether your family can receive benefits as well. These benefits can provide important support to those potentially facing very difficult financial circumstances. Here, we will explain the rights of your family members to receive benefits as well If I Get Social…
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What to Expect at Your Federal District Appeal
A significant number of applications for Social Security Disability benefits are denied each year. This may come as a surprise to many potential applicants. Should an application be denied, there is the option of pursuing an appeal by attending an informal hearing in front of an administrative law judge. Should this prove unsuccessful, there may…
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How Do I Prepare for My Social Security Disability Hearing?
Receiving a notice that your application for Social Security Disability benefits has been denied can be, among other things, demoralizing. After putting in the work to complete your application for the critical support provided by Social Security Disability benefits, a denial can feel like a major setback. Try not to let it get you down….
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