Do I Have to Repay Benefit Overpayments

Do I Have to Repay Benefit Overpayments?

To most of us, benefits come into our bank accounts. The payments don’t go out. However, sometimes benefit overpayments happen. Receiving too much money from the government seems too good to be true. Unfortunately, it is. The Government’s Response to Benefit Overpayments The Social Security Administration (Social Security) manages both the Social Security Disability Insurance…

10 Hidden Disabilities You May Have Overlooked

10 Hidden Disabilities You May Have Overlooked

Ruth was a very private person. She didn’t reveal much about her health to anyone, even close friends and family members. They were shocked when Ruth’s condition worsened, and she applied for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Like Ruth, many Americans suffer from hidden disabilities. It’s easy to overlook the following disabilities. #1.  Auditory Conditions…

8 Secrets That Social Security Attorneys Wish Their Clients Knew

8 Secrets That Social Security Attorneys Wish Their Clients Knew

It’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…

Can You Get SSI Backpay

Can You Get SSI Backpay?

Sometimes 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…

7 Fast Facts About Social Security’s PASS Program

7 Fast Facts About Social Security’s PASS Program

Governments love to use acronyms, like NASA, HUD, and OSHA. Even within the Social Security Administration, you have SSDI (for Social Security Disability Insurance) and SSI (for Supplemental Security Income). And there’s another Social Security program called the PASS Program that’s designed to help people who are already receiving SSI benefits. PASS stands for Plan…

Can I Find a Social Security Attorney Near Me

Can I Find a Social Security Attorney Near Me?

If you are dealing with a serious, debilitating medical condition, you might not want to spend much time looking for an attorney. But you also need to start applying for disability benefits, like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Your friends and family members that have been on disability can tell…