We often try to do things by ourselves instead of hiring professionals. Sometimes it’s because of a can-do attitude, and sometimes we just hope to save a little money. But the problem is that professionals have more in-depth knowledge. They know how to handle problems when they arise. For example, you might need to apply…
DetailsThe Americans with Disabilities Act turned 31 years old on July 29. It’s important to remember why the law was enacted and who benefits from it. This article closely looks at the Americans with Disabilities Act and exactly how it benefits citizens with special needs. Some Basic Facts About the Americans with Disabilities Act This…
DetailsIt’s great when clients who come to meet with us already know a little about Social Security benefits. The following secrets might help when you meet with our Social Security attorneys. #1. The Denial Rate Is High. After going through the lengthy process of applying for benefits, you will get a letter from the Social…
DetailsMaya felt that no one understood her physical condition. She suffered chronic pain every day but soon learned that people did not really understand the difference between chronic pain and acute pain. The final straw happened when Maya had to quit her job. The loss of financial support was just one more obstacle she had…
DetailsMost adults can be assured that there are government benefit programs to provide much-needed support. They just have to qualify for them. But it’s a little different for people who want to get SSI for a child with disabilities. Can adults and children both get benefits? How will benefits be calculated? This article takes a…
DetailsEnding a marriage can be a frightening yet necessary experience. For example, Maggie feared she would not be able to support herself after she and her husband split up. Her Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits might not be enough. In fact, she was worried that she would lose her SSDI after divorce. Let’s look…
DetailsYou must have a disability to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Disability is even in the name of the program. But when the Social Security Administration (Social Security) reviews applications for benefits, they refer to something called the Listing of Impairments (the “Listing”). This lengthy recitation of diseases includes detailed information about how…
DetailsSometimes the wheels turn slowly at government agencies like the Social Security Administration (Social Security). Even programs like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) – when people need their money quickly – can get behind processing applications. When someone is finally approved for benefits, Social Security might owe them thousands of dollars. But can you get SSI…
DetailsAs medical bills rose and unemployment ran out, Ray and his wife Lena found themselves living on the streets of Los Angeles. Ray was no longer able to work because of a severe medical condition, so he was now homeless and disabled. He and Lena thought of applying for Social Security benefits but didn’t know…
DetailsPeople often talk about the challenges of dealing with government departments. Even applying for much-needed benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be a nightmare of forms with hard-to-understand instructions. But you might wonder if applying for SSDI is really that hard, or is the idea just an urban myth? Yes, the process is…
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