Veterans: Take advantage of expedited disability processing

Members of the armed forces put their health and safety on the line so the rest of us can continue to enjoy our freedoms. It shouldn’t come as a surprise that many of our veterans return home with not only mental health issues but physical impairments as well. Many of these individuals end up…

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Expectations for your disability hearing

It’s frustrating when a claim for disability benefits is not successful. A denied claim is unfortunately common, and applicants may have to continue to pursue additional steps in order to secure the benefits they need and deserve. As part of the appeals process, you may have to attend an administrative hearing. It may be…

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Supplemental Security Income to increase by 1.3% in 2021

The Social Security Administration (SSA) made an announcement earlier this week that there will be a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and other Social Security (SS) beneficiaries coming in 2021. Individuals who receive these government benefits can expect to see a 1.3% increase in their monthly stipend starting with their Dec. 2020 payment,…

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When do mental disorders manifest? 

In some cases, people are born with mental disorders and conditions that they will have for their entire lives. This could just be due to genetics or, in cases like cerebral palsy, due to mistakes made during birth.  In many cases, though, these disorders manifest or appear later in life. This is known as…

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Avoid mistakes with your Disability Report Form if you need SSDI

Needing to fill out paperwork to prove you have a disability can feel unnecessary or even insulting if you have an injury or medical condition that has limited your ability to work or take care of yourself. However, thoroughness and accuracy are critical to your success when you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance…

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