Certain dates in life are more important than others. When it comes to your disability claim, you may hear about one day that weighs heavily on your claim: the onset date. In this article, we will look more closely at the onset date and when your disability actually started. What is the onset date? The…
DetailsJordan noticed her son, Aaron, struggled with reading even simple books. His teacher suggested they test him for dyslexia. Concerned that her son might have this common learning disability, Jordan allowed him to be tested. When the results showed he had dyslexia, the real worries began – Jordan did not have the money to pay…
DetailsWhen Lynn retired at age 65, he was still sole caretaker of Tom, his youngest son. Currently age 25, Tom has been intellectually challenged since birth. Now living on a fixed income, Lynn worried about the costs of caring for Tom now and after Lynn passes away. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) may offer Tom…
DetailsIt’s no secret that big government programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) usually have lots of rules, regulations, and requirements. The thought of applying for government benefits can be frightening, and it’s easy to be intimidated. However, applying for Social Security Disability Insurance doesn’t have to be difficult if you know where to look…
DetailsEmma’s lifestyle finally caught up to her. Employment was out of the question as she often lost her battle with illegal drugs. Todd was unable to work due to clinical depression and liver damage caused by his years of drug abuse. Both Emma and Todd were unable to work because of a physical condition and…
DetailsWhen someone who received Social Security benefits passes away, their families are left with a sudden financial loss. It may be tough to handle while still in the grieving process. However, sometimes it is possible for surviving family members to receive survivor benefits. In this article, we will explore benefits that survivors potentially may receive.…
DetailsIt’s not that uncommon for a pregnant woman to be unable to work for at least part of her pregnancy. Some mothers-to-be must be hospitalized or put on bed rest for conditions like toxemia, hyperemesis gravidarum, pre-eclampsia, or blood clots. At what point, though, will pregnancy qualify for disability benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance…
DetailsSometimes our true physical or mental condition is a gray area. What one person considers to be a disability another may feel is just a serious condition. For example, Joe feels his arthritis is a disability, so he applies for government disability benefits. However, Joe’s ‘feelings’ will not get his application approved. What really matters…
DetailsGary’s weight increased yearly to the point where he could no longer walk the construction site like he used to. Climbing on equipment was impossible, and he became short of breath just walking around to check on the employees he supervised. Eventually, he had to stop working in part due to the heart disease and…
DetailsThe Supreme Court’s 2015 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges held that same-sex couples could marry and have their marriage recognized by all states. This action, in turn, set other actions in motion. For example, spouses in a same-sex marriage now are eligible for certain benefits previously offered only to couples of the opposite sex. Why…
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