Navigating the Social Security process is tricky. The person applying has just sustained a serious injury and now has to figure out which documents to send to the federal government. Applying to these programs only becomes more difficult when there are numerous myths floating around. You will likely require assistance to determine how to apply,…
A criminal record can be a detriment to a person’s future capacity to find work. However, if a person with a criminal record is unable to work due to a disability, they may still be able to collect disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. There are certain legal issues though, that could prevent…
If you are in the United States as a non-citizen, there are two main requirements you must meet to be eligible for Social Security Income. There are other requirements for SSI as well, and you must also be classified under one of several categories to be considered a “qualified alien.” Qualified alien status The…
Under the rules of the Social Security Administration, blindness is more than just a person’s complete lack of vision. It is also a significant limitation on a person’s vision that cannot be corrected with surgery or glasses, contacts or other corrective lenses. Many people who meet the Social Security Administration’s definition of blindness have…
As readers of this Oklahoma City Social Security disability benefits legal blog are likely aware, disability benefits are often available to men and women who are not able to work because they suffer from disabling injuries, illnesses and medical conditions. In order to avail themselves to these benefits, individuals must first apply and meet…