In March 2020, the Social Security Administration (SSA) temporarily closed its hearing offices due to the COVID-19 pandemic. To accommodate for the circumstances, the SSA started offering online video hearings in December 2020. Through Microsoft Teams, clients, their representatives, and an administrative law judge can connect and conduct Social Security hearings. Online hearings are operated […]
Approximately one in six working-age Americans has a disability that impacts their daily lives. Disabilities can be unexpected, whether from an accident, health condition, or an injury sustained at work. Regardless of the circumstances, being faced with a disability is challenging in its own right, not to mention the economic hardship that often comes with […]
There are several ways for an individual to run into issues when attempting to access their Social Security account. The most common issues involve a forgotten username, password, or security question, while other issues might involve difficulties logging into an account overseas. When situations like these occur, there are safety measures in place to protect […]
In order to protect the integrity of Social Security benefit programs, disability reviews are performed regularly. The law requires the Social Security Administration (SSA) to review on a periodic basis the current medical conditions of all people receiving disability benefits to keep track of whether they are still eligible and in need of the compensation […]
Disability is more common than people realize. In fact, a working 20-something-year-old has a one in four chance of becoming disabled before reaching full retirement age. This is why the Social Security Administration (SSA) offers disability benefits. The SSA provides monthly compensation to disabled individuals through two programs: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental […]
If you are suffering from a severe medical impairment, Social Security disability benefits can help you get the care and resources you need. However, the process of obtaining benefits can be overwhelming, from when you apply to the day you receive a decision from the Social Security Administrative (SSA). During this time, a lack of […]
There are several circumstance in which your Social Security benefits have the potential to increase. The first is if your ex-spouse passes away, in which case you could be entitled to increased survivor benefits. Specifically, if your ex-spouse was receiving Social Security benefits for a disability, you may be eligible to receive additional benefits each […]
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive a 5.9% increase in their payments starting in 2022. That means an average person receiving $1,000 per month in SSI benefits would gain an extra $60 per month. However, this increase is not exactly a raise. What to Expect In the last 10 years, Cost of Living Adjustments […]
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a government program designed to help low-income people with disabilities make ends meet. It is a supplement to the recipient’s income in order to help them meet their daily needs. Children with disabilities are also eligible for SSI. Specifically, SSI is available to help parents cover the additional expenses that […]
A cancer diagnosis can be challenging for an individual and their family to deal with emotionally, mentally, and physically. People often overlook the legal implications of a cancer diagnosis. Issues regarding employment, health insurance, and finances are essential to address after a cancer diagnosis, but it may be difficult to do so during such an […]
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