Social Security Disability

October 18, 2010 Seniors across the country are facing tight financial pinches. The Social Security Administration has announced that, for the second year in a row, they will…

An article published yesterday on CNN Money sheds light on what is being called a “hidden unemployment problem.” As CNN points out, 17% more Americans are on Social…

Applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be time-consuming, confusing, and frustrating. Let an experienced Social Security Disability lawyer from Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin help you navigate…

There are 1 billion people in the world who live with a disability, according to a new report by the World Health Organization and the World Bank. Twenty…

More than half of those who apply for Social Security Disability benefits are denied the first time around. If you disagree with the agency’s decision, you’ll want to…

Last month it was revealed that the Social Security Administration overpaid approximately $5.4 billion in benefits to disabled workers in 2009; this week the United States Government Accountability…

Minnesota governor and GOP presidential hopeful Tim Pawlenty suggests that the best way to deal with the prospect of the Social Security Administration running out of funds sometime…

Funds for Social Security Disability payments may run dry by 2017, according to a new analysis done by The Congressional Budget Office. The CBO attributes this to both…

The Social Security Administration is offering free Work Incentive Events (WISE) across the country on Wednesday, September 14 and Thursday, September 15 for those who are interested in…

Hope for the best, prepare for the worst; isn’t that how the saying goes? Too few Americans are “preparing for the worst” when it comes to disability insurance,…

In a news story that’s making waves around the world, a fourth person has been arrested for her connection to a scheme in which four mentally disabled adults…

The Social Security Disability program was started in 1957 as a way to help people who can’t work because of health problems. There has been a surge of…

Social Security Disability rates are considerably higher in rural America than in cities, according to the Daily Yonder. Two of the counties in our nation receiving the highest…

An experienced Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) lawyer can alleviate stress and give you the time to focus on your recovery and well-being, according to the Wall Street…

Who can get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD)? A person must have enough work credits to qualify. One must prove his/her disability with medical records and meet the…

When a person has a mental disability that prohibits him or her from obtaining and gainful employment and when his or her financial resources are below a predetermined…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) Listings of Impairments for Social Security Disability (SSD) are important because they outline the criteria  used to determine if a claimant is disabled. As…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federally mandated disability insurance program. Overseen by the Social Security Administration (SSA), it operates separately from the retirement program and from…

Who would you turn to if a disability or illness kept you from working? A 2012 poll found that friends and family continued to be the leading resource…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) tells us that a 20-year-old worker has about three in 10 chances of suffering a disability before reaching retirement age. That's why it's…

Planning for a life-altering disability isn't always at the top of the priority list. But, when you're diagnosed with a disabling condition, you just might need a plan.…

Today nearly 153 million workers are insured by Social Security Disability (SSD). If you are one of them, Market Watch cites these two (of four) steps that you should…

The financial impact of a disease such as Parkinson’s can be huge.  Such diseases may render you unable to work, according to Patch. Most of us know to work…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has special rules called "work incentives" that help you keep your benefits and Medicare while you test your ability to work, reports The Sacramento…

May 4, 2012 The number of U.S. workers claiming Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) has climbed 22 percent in the last five years, according to the Bangor Daily…

May 9, 2012 Lou Gehrig disease, also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis or ALS, is one of Social Security’s “compassionate allowances” according to The State Journal Register. May…

In the latest report from the Social Security trustees, coverage for those with disabilities (Social Security Disability Insurance [SSDI]) will exceed the amount coming in from payroll taxes…

If you’ve ever wondered if there’s a time limit on collecting Social Security Disability benefits, The Sacramento Bee has the answer. According to the newspaper’s Q&A section, if a…

Despite the similar acronyms, SSI and SSDI are quite different, according to AARP.org. Dating back to 1960, SSDI stands for Social Security Disability Insurance. It’s an earned benefit that…

By the end of 2013, the Social Security Administration expects Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claims to reach 1.1 million, according to timesunion.com. SSDI provides monthly benefits to…

All service members who became disabled on active duty after October 1, 2001, are possibly eligible to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI)…

Clinical depression is a serious medical condition that can be profoundly disabling. For that reason, many people with severe depression may qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits…

July 16, 2012 During the second quarter of 2012, the unemployment rate among people with disabilities dropped to its lowest in more than three years while applications for…

July 18, 2012 People on Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) are provided incentives to return to work, according to The Wall Street Journal. Under the Social Security rules, you…

July 23, 2012 Do you have a disability or medical condition which limits what you can do? Many ordinary people, as well as many actors, politicians, and writers,…

July 27, 2012 We are a long way from treating those with disabilities as equal citizens, according to the Huffington Post. Because so many disabled people are disconnected from…

August 1, 2012 It’s a great achievement for any person to perform extraordinary acts, but it’s even greater when this is done despite a disability. This blog looks…

August 15, 2012 Attacks against Social Security Disability Insurance have been on the rise lately, according to Newsday. Among other things, some critics say that SSDI applications have increased…

September 12, 2012 To keep someone from stealing your identity, some simple precautions and these twelve steps may be able to help you, according to ehow.com. (1) Protect your…

Applying for Social Security Disability benefits can be difficult due to how long a claim can take and the high chance of being denied, according to DisabilitySecrets.com. Statistically,…

According to DisabilitySecrets.com, if you have not worked long enough when you become disabled and have low income and assets, you can apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), instead…

The Social Security Administration uses a step-by-step process involving five questions to decide if you are disabled, according to their official website. You must first meet the conditions of…

According to stltoday.com , there are some practical ways to help make sure that the small 2013 cost of living (COLA) increase can go further for you. 1. Review healthcare…

November 12, 2012 According to the Cypress Creek Mirror, a 58-year-old woman was diagnosed with stage IIIA metastatic breast cancer. She was unemployed at the time. A breast/ovarian cancer…

Millions of people are applying for disability benefits, and the Social Security Administration can't work through the claims fast enough, reports USA Today. Funded by workers' payroll deductions, the…

There are a number of impairments—both physical and mental—that will automatically qualify you for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits (SSDI) or for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), according to…

January 18, 2013 In recent years, claims for Social Security Disability benefits have skyrocketed. According to Forbes, the number of Social Security Disability recipients has hit an all-time high in…

February 4, 2013 The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently discovered that it had overpaid thousands of Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income recipients billions of dollars in recent…

February 25, 2013 Data shows that the Social Security Administration denies a majority of claims for Social Security Disability Benefits. These denials can result in claimants being required to…

February 27, 2013 For many disabled workers, making it to the Social Security Administration (SSA) office nearest them can often prove to be difficult due to their conditions.…

March 6, 2013 Current estimates from the Social Security Administration show it takes an average of 262 days to process each claim for Social Security Disability benefits. This leaves many…

March 8, 2013 When a person becomes unable to work due to a health condition, one of the first questions they will often ask is, “Am I eligible…

March 13, 2013 For thousands of Americans who are unable to work due to a disability, Social Security benefits may not be enough to make ends meet. To…

March 14, 2013 It’s no secret the nation’s Social Security Disability system has seen a massive influx in the number of claims filed. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reports…

March 20,2013 With thousands of federal employees facing the requirement of taking furloughed time off due to sequestration, many feel this action may do nothing but harm people.…

April 1, 2013 With the average wait time for a decision to be reached on a Social Security Disability Claim inching towards almost a year, lawmakers are looking for…

April 3, 2013 In an effort to reduce costs and wait times associated with slow processing of Social Security Disability claims, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has established…

April 8, 2013 While government officials believe there are several causes for the lack of an economic turn around, many claim a large portion of the problem stems…

April 10, 2013 With serious budget deficits looming over the federal government, officials are attempting to find areas where spending cuts can be made. Unfortunately for recipients of…

April 12, 2013 According to data collected by the Congressional Budget Office, a growing number of Americans are turning to Social Security Disability Benefits to make ends meet.…

April 19, 2013 Earlier this week, the National Council on Disability (NCD) called on President Barack Obama to drastically reform certain limits on assets individuals who receive Supplemental…

April 26, 2013 New information released by the Social Security Administration (SSA) shows that the number of individuals receiving Social Security Disability Benefits is continuing to climb. Data…

May 1, 2013 The federal government has agreed to hold out on making changes to the way increases in Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and other vital assistance programs…

May 6, 2013 In recent years, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has come under heavy scrutiny for failing to find a solution to the growing number of unprocessed…

May 10, 2013 Due to a growing number of Social Security Disability Claims being made each year, the system is slowly beginning to run out of money. This…

May 13, 2013 When an individual suffers from a condition or injury that leaves him or her unable to work for longer than one year, the only source…

May 17, 2013 Each day in the United States, soldiers return home from service overseas with injuries and conditions that leave them unable to work. This raises numerous…

May 20, 2013 Suffering from a condition or injury that leaves a person unable to work for an extended period of time can be difficult. The focus on…

May 22, 2013 When a person suffers from a condition or injury that leaves them facing the inability to work for more than a year, they may qualify…

May 24, 2013 For many American citizens who are disabled and cannot work, Social Security Disability benefits aren’t always enough to make ends meet. These individuals, who are…

May 31, 2013 With the Social Security Administration (SSA) facing a huge influx of new applications for Social Security Disability Benefits, the agency seems to have adopted a policy…

June 7, 2013 The number of cases of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia continues to grow in the United States. The Alzheimer’s Association says there are currently 5.2 million…

June 12, 2013 When a person’s mental or physical condition leaves them facing death or unable to work for extended periods of time, they may meet Social Security Disability…

June 14, 2013 Even when a person files a legitimate claim for Social Security Disability Benefits, there is a good chance it will be denied. Records from the Social…

June 19, 2013 With the number of citizens filing Social Security Disability Claims skyrocketing and funding for such programs slowly beginning to run out, it is vital that solutions…

June 24, 2013 Earlier this year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) switched from cutting paper checks to recipients of Social Security Disability benefits to issuing direct deposits to…

June 26, 2013 Investigators with the House of Representatives have uncovered how the Social Security Administration (SSA) is approving a shockingly high number of Social Security Disability Claims that…

July 1, 2013 The Social Security Disability system is currently facing quite a conundrum. The program is in heavy financial stress due to a growing number of claims…

July 12, 2013 One of the fastest growing claims for Social Security Disability Benefits is for debilitating mental conditions such as autism. Autistic individuals can be extremely limited in…

July 15, 2013 Many disabled Americans struggle to make ends meet. While many are able to receive Social Security Disability, the Social Security Administration denies more than 70 percent…

July 17, 2013 Those who are unable to work due to their mental or physical condition may be entitled to receive Social Security Disability benefits from the federal…

July 19, 2013 More claims for Social Security Disability Benefits are being filed in the United States today than ever before. One of the leading types of disabilities…

July 22, 2013 One of the most significant problems the Social Security Disability system faces today is the long waits. A large majority of these individuals are extremely…

July 24, 2013 The Social Security Administration (SSA) is currently facing an ever-growing number of claims for Social Security Disability benefits. This, in turn, has led to the…

July 29, 2013 While Social Security Disability Benefits can be a lifeline for many who are unable to work due to a mental or physical condition, a majority of…

August 1, 2013 Social Security Disability and other similar benefits provide financial resources to those who are unable to work due to a mental or physical impairments. The…

August 7, 2013 Each year, millions of Americans are left unable to work due to a debilitating mental or physical condition. This often leaves these individuals struggling to…

August 9, 2013 When a disabled citizen applies for Social Security Disability Benefits, their claim must typically go thorough a series of hearings and interviews before being approved.…

August 14, 2013 As the number of claimants for Social Security Disability Benefits continues to grow, leading to the swelling of a backlog of unprocessed claims, the Social…

August 16, 2013 The injuries incurred by soldiers during service to our country can often leave them unable to work. This can lead to financial struggles. However, Social…

August 21, 2013 In recent years, there have been a growing number of Americans applying for Social Security Disability Benefits. The swelling number of recipients of benefits has…

August 19, 2013 For those who are unable to work because of a mental or physical condition, Social Security Disability Benefits may be an only option as a…

August 26, 2013 Last week, a total of 75 people were arrested in connection to fraudulent claims for Social Security Disability Benefits being made in Puerto Rico. Experts…

September 4, 2013 Over the last several decades, there has been a massive influx in the number of claims seeking benefits from the Social Security Administration due to…

September 9, 2013 The Social Security Administration (SSA) is currently facing a backlog of hundreds of thousands of claims for Social Security Disability Benefits that are awaiting decisions. …

September 13, 2013 The loss of a limb due to an accident can have devastating effects on an individual’s ability to perform work duties. The Social Security Disability…

September 16, 2013 Many Americans depend on their ability to see in order to work and make a living. Having their sight taken away by an accident or…

September 18, 2013 The nation’s Social Security program, which offers benefits to those who have retired or have become disabled and are unable to work, is currently facing…

September 20, 2013 The Social Security Disability Lawyers with Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos & Newlin state that even the simplest of tasks can become extremely difficult to complete if…

September 23, 2013 Over the past several decades the number of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients has steadily swelled, especially among claims being made for children. While most…

September 25, 2013 When a United States citizen is left unable to work for a period of time longer than one-year due to a physical or mental condition,…

September 27, 2013 For those who do not have enough resources for income to support themselves and their families, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) may be available as a…

September 30, 2013 With the United States currently facing a shutdown of the federal government, experts explain many recipients of government benefits are wondering what effects such an…

October 7, 2013 Each year, hundreds of thousands of children are recipients of government benefits through the Supplemental Security Income program. The money is to be used for…

October 8, 2013 For those who are unable to work because of a mental or physical condition, resources for income can be extremely limited. This may force these…

October 11, 2013 One of the major problems the federal government is currently trying to solve with the Social Security Disability system is how to get those who…

October 18, 2013 Each year, hundreds of thousands of American apply for Social Security Disability Benefits due to suffering from a mental or physical condition that prevents them…

October 21, 2013 There are many conditions that can qualify an individual for Social Security Disability Benefits, but one of the most common is blindness or visual impairment.…

October 25, 2013 When an individual applies for Social Security disability benefits, the initial claim will likely be denied. Data from the Social Security Administration (SSA) shows more…

October 28, 2013 While hundreds of thousands of disabled individuals are battling through the process of filing to receive Social Security Disability benefits, some of those who have…

November 1, 2013 While the Social Security program is a lifeline for millions of Americans who are unable to work, the system is also known for its complicated…

November 8, 2013 Each day, the number of soldiers and veterans who are unable to work due to disabling conditions brought on by their service to our country…

November 11, 2013 For soldiers who are unable to work due to a disability caused by their military service, making ends meet on the benefits they receive from…

November 13, 2013 As humans, we depend on our five senses to interpret and interact with our surroundings in the world. That is why the loss of one…

November 15, 2013 There are millions of people throughout the United States who are left unable to work due to a mental or physical condition they suffer from.…

November 20, 2013 Individuals suffering from Alzheimer’s disease are often left unable to work due to memory loss and behavior issues brought on by the degeneration of the…

November 22, 2013 When an individual applies for Social Security disability benefits, the claim must go through a rigorous approval process before assistance can be offered. The Social…

November 25, 2013 The Social Security Administration oversees the distribution of disability benefits to millions of Americans who are unable to work due to a mental or physical…

November 27, 2013 There are currently more than 4.7 million Americans who depend on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) as their main resource for money. In order to receive…

December 2, 2013 When an individual is left permanently unable to work due to an on-the-job accident, they may be entitled to Social Security Disability benefits for a…

December 4, 2013 When an individual is left unable to work due to a mental or physical condition, they may be entitled to receive Social Security Disability benefits.…

December 9, 2013 For those who have little to no resources for income and are 65 years old or younger, blind, or disabled, the federal government offers a…

December 13, 2013 Over the past several decades, the number of Social Security Disability benefit recipients has swelled. The Social Security Disability Lawyers with Fleschner, Stark, Tanoos &…

December 18, 2013 Individuals who are left unable to work due to a mental or physical condition may be eligible to receive Social Security disability benefits. However, the…

December 27, 2013 There are millions of Americans who depend on Social Security Disability Benefits as their main source of income due to the fact they are unable…

December 20, 2013 There are numerous mental and physical conditions that can leave an individual unable to work, sometimes permanently. For most of these individuals, Social Security Disability…

December 30, 2013 It’s no secret just how difficult it can be to get an approval on a Social Security Disability benefit claim. In fact, the Social Security…

January 6, 2014 There are millions of Americans who are unable to work due to health conditions. For a majority of these individuals, Social Security Disability benefits are…

January 8, 2014 Earlier this week, hundreds of current and former emergency workers in New York were indicted on charges of Social Security Disability Fraud. Reports from the…

January 10, 2014 Estimates show there are currently millions of Americans suffering from medical conditions that may qualify them for Social Security Disability benefits. However, the processes and…

January 15, 2014 Over the past several years, a backlog of unprocessed Social Security Disability benefits claims has accumulated to the point where hundreds of thousands of individuals…

January 17, 2014 There are currently hundreds of thousands of Americans who are unable to work due to a mental or physical condition who have waited long periods…

January 20, 2014 Several weeks ago, hundreds of former New York police officers and firefighters were indicted on charges of Social Security Disability Fraud. Estimates show these individuals…

January 24, 2014 Many disabled individuals believe that once they receive a Social Security Disability Approval, many of their problems will be solved. However, a recent report told…

January 29, 2014 There are hundreds of thousands of disabled Americans who are waiting for decisions to be made on their Social Security Disability claims. The stark reality…

February 3, 2014 When applying for assistance due to a disability, one of the most typical questions that is asked is, “What factors affect Social Security Disability Eligibility?”.…

February 7, 2014 The month of February is a time to raise awareness of several debilitating conditions many Americans face every day. The American Heart Association has named…

February 12, 2014 There are a variety of conditions that qualify Americans for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. But some conditions are seen by the Social Security Administration…

February 14, 2014 For those unable to work due to debilitating mental or physical conditions, Social Security Disability Insurance may be the only means available for steady income.…

February 19, 2014 Getting a Social Security disability claim approved can be tedious for any applicant. But for those who are disabled due to military service, the bureaucracy…

February 21, 2014 It can be a struggle to make ends meet for those who receive Social Security Disability Benefits as their only source of income. In an…

February 24, 2013 There are numerous conditions that qualify individuals for Social Security disability benefits, but some of the most commonly listed ailments are mental disorders. In fact,…

February 26, 2014 When a person applies for Social Security Disability benefits, one of the most important aspects that is examined to determine if an applicant qualifies for…

February 28, 2014 The regulations and policies governing Social Security Disability can be confusing and complex, making it extremely difficult for some to ensure they are getting as…

March 3, 2014 Studies form the Social Security Administration (SSA) show there is a one-in-four chance that Americans will become disabled prior to reaching age 67. For many,…

March 7, 2014 It’s already fairly difficult to get approved for Social Security Disability benefits, considering more than 60 percent of initial claims are denied. Now though, the…

March 10, 2014 One of the most common conditions that results in an individual seeking Social Security Disability benefits is pain. Pain can result from any number of…

March 12, 2014 Millions of Americans depend on Social Security Disability benefits, but the process of filing a claim can prove to be an arduous task. The Social…

March 14, 2014 It seems to be a case of taking one step forward and two steps back when it comes to the Social Security Administration (SSA) addressing…

March 17, 2014 People unable to work due to disabling conditions often receive income supplied by a Social Security Disability Approval. However, faults within the system may create…

March 19, 2014 Many Americans with Blindness and visual impairments apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits for financial support. Blindness is considered to be a permanently debilitating…

March 21, 2014 For those who collect Social Security Disability, the benefits supplied through the program may be their only source of income. But security breaches of claimant…

March 24, 2014 Disabled veterans are considered to be among those most in need of assistance from the federal government. But a lack of communication between the Social…

March 26, 2014 Many Social Security Disability Recipients have third-party companies control distribution of their benefits because their conditions leave them unable to manage their own funds. Now,…

March 28, 2014 People who suffer from conditions that prevent them from working can apply for Social Security Disability benefits. But a growing number of claims are being…

March 31, 2014 When a person is unable to work due to a mental or physical condition, Social Security Disability benefits can offer financial assistance to the claimant.…

April 2, 2014 Americans unable to work due to mental or physical conditions believe that their problems are solved once their Social Security Disability benefits are approved. But…

April 4, 2014 When a person is unable to work because of a mental or physical condition, several options may be available to help assist with his or…

There are hundreds of diseases and conditions that can leave an individual unable to work and eligible for Social Security disability benefits, including hepatitis. The disease is a…

Once an individual receives a Social Security Disability Approval, they will continue to receive benefits until the Social Security Administration (SSA) deems them no longer disabled. But information…

Many Americans depend on Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) to make ends meet, but these programs can also inhibit certain recipients from becoming…

Nearly 200,000 men in the United States have been diagnosed with prostate cancer, making it the most common form of cancer among American men today. For many, the…

Estimates show the amount of time an individual may wait for the Social Security Administration (SSA) to reach a decision on their disability claim can now exceed 400…

There are many factors that can go into the process of determining if someone qualifies for Social Security disability benefits. However, one senator says he believes an inability…

The goal of the Social Security Disability program is to provide disabled workers with the income they need to support themselves and their families while they cannot work.…

New figures from Johns Hopkins University are showing the U.S. is spending more than ever before on benefits programs like Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income; however,…

An estimated 2.5 million Americans today are living with intellectual disabilities. While some of these individuals receive Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits because of their condition, others strive…

You may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits if you're unable to work because of a mental or physical condition. When applying, it’s important to remember there will…

Roughly 3.5 million Americans receive Social Security Disability benefits due to psychiatric disorders, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. Despite receiving these payments, many of these individuals still…

There are an estimated 56 million Americans living with disabilities, many of whom are unable to work due to their conditions. These individuals may be eligible for Social…

A disabled worker must have put have earned enough while working to qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. But what type of work history do you need to…

The Supplemental Security Income program was designed to help United States citizens who are struggling financially get back on their feet. Times have changed though, and many of…

One of the most frustrating parts of the Social Security Disability filing process is the waiting. Claims take time to process, court dates have to be set, and…

Estimates from the Social Security Administration (SSA) show there are as many as 150 million United States citizens covered by disability insurance because mental or physical conditions prevent…

It’s no secret that getting approved for Social Security Disability benefits can be difficult. Having an insight into what demographics are most likely to receive an approval may…

Most Americans depend on the Social Security system as a resource for income and assistance if they become disabled. But budget shortfalls and a growing number of recipients…

If you’re disabled and struggling to make ends meet, getting Supplemental Security Income may prove helpful with finances, and it’s a program more and more disabled workers are…

Veterans who aren’t able to work because of injuries or illnesses suffered in the line of duty may be entitled to a number of federal benefits, including veterans’…

It’s no secret that the Social Security Administration is overwhelmed by a growing number of Social Security Disability benefit claims that are awaiting processing. What is shocking is…

Going through the steps to receive Social Security Disability benefits can be difficult for disabled Americans. One of the best ways to make this process easier is to…

Receiving Social Security Disability benefits can be effective in helping those who are unable to work due to a health condition make ends meet; however, the funds that…

Suffering an injury or illness that prevents you from working is not only physically and emotionally wrecking, but can cause financial struggles as well. That’s why at Fleschner,…

Accidents and illnesses can strike at any time. That’s why being prepared for a disability is so important. We hope to help make you more aware of how…

The Social Security Disability program in the United States offers financial assistance to millions of Americans who are unable to work. One of the most common questions to…

When people suffer from developmental or intellectual disabilities, life often has a very unique set of hurdles that must be overcome. The parents of many of these individuals…

If there’s one thing in life that can be expected, it’s that the unexpected will occur. Each year, millions of Americans are afflicted with an unforeseen injury or…

Sometimes you can't see an accident or serious illness coming. These situations can leave you struggling with medical bills and other expenses. Unfortunately, many Americans don’t even know…

There are many struggles you may face if you’re unable to work because of an injury or illness, but one of the most difficult hurdles to overcome is…

There are millions of Americans who are unable to work because they suffer from mental or physical conditions, leaving them with limited resources for income. Help is available…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) estimates that as many as 60 percent of initial claims are denied. This leaves many applicants wondering what some of the common reasons…

Every day, thousands of Americans suffer injuries or are diagnosed with health conditions that leave them unable to work. Social Security Disability benefits may be an option for…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has come under heavy scrutiny for failing to meet both a sustainable budget and processing deadlines for new Social Security Disability claims. However,…

Each day, thousands of Americans suffer injuries or are diagnosed with health conditions that prevent them from returning to work. This can cause financial struggles, and the Social…

Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits offer financial assistance to people unable to work due to disabilities, but the ultimate goal of the program is to get disabled Americans…

If you’ve been considering applying for Social Security Disability benefits, there’s no better time than now. Not only are there limits on the amount of time that can…

The searing pain associated with migraine headaches can be excruciating. Unfortunately, an estimated 10 percent of the American population is diagnosed with Migraine Headache Syndrome, which leaves many…

On this day in 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt approved the bill that would become the foundation for the Social Security program. Since that time, nearly 56 million…

The goal of the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) disability benefits program isn’t just support Americans who can’t work, but to also to help disabled people return to work.…

You never know when an injury or illness may leave you unable to work. That’s why it’s so important to have a plan for the future by knowing…

The loss of a limb can leave you unable to perform your job duties and may entitle you to Social Security Disability benefits. But it’s important to understand…

While the Social Security Administration (SSA) has a goal of processing all new disability claims within 109 days of filing, the agency has repeatedly failed to meet this…

There are countless circumstances that can result in garnishment or loss of Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, but one of the most common factors affecting SSD claims today…

If an injury or illness has left you unable to work, you may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. But it's important to remember that it can take…

Suffering an injury or illness that leaves you unable to work may leave you dependent on alternative resources of income—such as Social Security Disability benefits. However, the process…

There are currently more than 10 million Americans who depend on Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits as their main source of income, and data indicates some areas of…

There are millions of Americans who are unable to work due to a disabling injury or illness, yet only some will receive Social Security Disability benefits—a program established…

If you’re suffering from a condition that prevents you from working or is expected to prevent you from working for at least a year, you may be entitled…

Estimates from the federal government show nearly 1.1 million people in the United States living with HIV or AIDS, a virus of the autoimmune system that prevents the…

If a health condition leaves you unable to work, you may be entitled to Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability benefits. But it’s important to remember there…

Accidents and illnesses can strike at any time, leaving Americans unable to work and without income. Many citizens who find themselves in such situations may qualify for Social…

About 2.3 million people are afflicted with multiple sclerosis (MS), which impairs the ability to speak and move their bodies. What Is MS? MS is a disease of…

Data from the National Cancer Institute indicates 232,670 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed this year, and 40,000 patients will lose their battle with the disease.…

Making ends meet can be a struggle those who receive Social Security Disability benefits. Ricipients must meet strict income limits that prevent savings from being accumulated to be…

Life With An Intellectual Disability Living with an intellectual disability can be a struggle due to an inability to learn or meet criteria for advancement in school settings.…

If you’ve applied for Social Security Disability benefits, in all likelihood, your claim has been denied. That’s because the Social Security Administration says that up to 65 percent of…

Our kidneys are among the most vital organs in our bodies because they are responsible for filtering our blood of waste. Without this bodily function, death would be…

As a United States citizen, you have certain rights that cannot be encroached upon, even by the federal government. So when you’re applying for Social Security Disability benefits,…

There are millions of Americans who are unable to work because of a disabling condition they suffer from, but not all of those individuals are work-age adults who…

Data indicates that as many as 1 million Americans suffer from the degenerative neurological condition known as Parkinson’s Disease. Yet many citizens do not know the symptoms of the…

There are many factors that can affect the amount you receive in Social Security Disability benefits, but one that is currently receiving national attention is the Windfall Elimination…

Federal lawmakers have the ability to change the regulations that govern the policies and procedures of the Social Security Disability benefits program and one such reform that was…

Research from the American Cancer Society shows that 1 in 285 U.S. citizens will be diagnosed with a form of cancer before age 20. While the survival rate for…

Social Security Disability benefits are available to workers in the United States who are unable to return to their job due to a mental or physical condition. The…

Studies Show Projection Data Is Flawed New research indicates projections about the financial status of our nation’s retirement and disability trust funds may not be accurate. Currently, estimates…

The financial struggles that accompany the loss of a spouse can be immense, especially if you’re considered disabled. That’s why our Social Security Disability lawyers at Fleschner, Stark,…

Being unable to work would put a serious financial strain on a majority of Americans. Luckily, most employees in the United States pay into the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) disability program…

The process of applying for and being approved to receive Social Security Disability benefits can be complicated. But it seems as though many disabled Americans continue to struggle…

One of the most difficult aspects of applying for Social Security Disability benefits is the amount of time the process can take. In fact, it could take years…

Suffering from a disabling injury or illness can leave your finances tight. Luckily, many disabled Americans qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, but determining how much you should…

Last week, the Supreme Court of the United States reached a historic decision to legalize same-sex marriages. This monumental ruling will impact many different government programs and services.…

Almost eighty years ago, our nation created the Social Security program to provide income for citizens who were no longer able to work. Since that time, the program…

We know that Social Security Disability benefits are typically awarded to workers who are unable to perform their job duties due to a physical or mental illness; however,…

There are currently millions of Americans who receive Social Security Disability benefits because they suffer from a mental health condition, such as depression or schizophrenia. Many of these…

The law states that anyone who is fleeing to avoid prosecution of a felony is ineligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits or Supplemental Security Income; however, loopholes…

[vzaar id="8724915"] In this helpful video, Attorney TC Newlin explains who is responsible for determining whether or not you are disabled when you submit an application for Social…

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits are calculated using the number of credits you earned while working and the amount of income you received during that time. But don’t…

[vzaar id="8724913"] RFC stands for "Residual Functional Capacity" and is a type of test used to determine what kind of work an individual is or isn't capable of doing…

If you’ve ever attempted to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, you know how daunting the task can be. The wait time for a decision in your case…

[vzaar id="8724917"] Continuing the discussion of Social Security Disability eligibility, attorney TC Newlin explains Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA), the Earned Income Test, and how working—or your capacity to…

President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law on August 14, 1935. In the eighty years that have passed since the bill’s inception, it has…

[vzaar id="8724912"] In this next video blog, Attorney TC Newlin explains quarters of coverage and how you accrue work credits that affect your eligibility to file for Social Security Disability.

[vzaar id="8724920"] In this helpful video, Attorney TC Newlin explains the criteria used to determine whether or not your condition is "severe."

Getting approved to receive Social Security Disability benefits is no easy task. In fact, the Social Security Administration (SSA) reports up to 65 percent of claims are initially turned…

In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion regarding the depletion of the trust fund that provides the financing for the Social Security Disability program in…

It’s no secret that getting approved for Social Security Disability benefits can be a long, drawn-out process. The Social Security Administration has conceded that it takes the agency…

September has been declared “Childhood Cancer Awareness Month” in an effort to raise awareness about the struggles thousands of American youths face on a daily basis as they…

The Social Security Administration is responsible for handling all processes of the Social Security Disability (SSD) program. These operations are handled by thousands of government employees on a…

There's good and bad news when it comes to low-income children with mental disorders in the U.S. getting the benefits they need. The bad news is many of…

Millions of Americans suffer from medical conditions that leave them unable to work. Many qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, but the application process can be take time—some…

Social Security Disability benefits are a crucial part of millions of American’s incomes. Each year, benefits amounts are examined to ensure they are in line with the cost…

If your claim for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits was denied, you're not alone. As many as 70 percent of all initial claims for SSD benefits are rejected…

The U.S. Social Security Disability program was established in 1956 as a way to provide citizens who suffered from a disabling mental or physical condition for longer than…

One of the qualifications for receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits is that your condition must last longer than a year. Just because you’ve been sick or injured…

When a person is awarded Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, the amount they receive is based on several factors including income, work history, marital status, and even the…

Today was a great example of how I was able to apply the Social Security Administration’s Medical-Vocational Grid Rules to my client’s disability claim.  I knew my client…

A portion of every paycheck you earn goes back to the Social Security Administration (SSA). While most people get that money back when they retire, you may qualify…

If you become disabled and unable to work, your ability to provide for yourself and your family can feel at risk. But if you’ve been paying into the…

Social Security benefits are an important safety net for millions of Americans who are either retired, considering retirement, or suffering from an illness or injury that makes them…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has taken a percentage of every paycheck you’ve ever earned. For most people, that money is paid back to them when they stop…