Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are programs designed to provide financial assistance to those who are not able to work as a result of a disabling condition. Both programs define a disabled individual as someone who is not able to engage in “substantial gainful activity.” While SSDI benefits are provided […]
Hundreds of people apply for Social Security disability benefits every year. Most of these individuals are denied and must attend a Social Security disability hearing to argue their case and get the benefits they need. In many cases, hearings are not scheduled for over a year, which poses a problem for those that cannot work […]
People often have to wait a long time to hear if their Social Security Disability benefits application was approved or denied. Upon denial, which happens often, a person may have to wait over a year for their Social Security Disability hearing. All this waiting is frustrating, particularly if it only ends up with another denial. […]
What to Expect at a Social Security Disability Hearing In Georgia, anyone who becomes severely injured or disabled and is unable to work may receive Social Security benefits. The Social Security Administration (SSA), however, denies more applications than they approve. Claimants who are not approved right away are required to attend a Social Security disability […]
What Laws Address Protections Against Disability Discrimination? As outlined by attorney Lisa B. Golan in her article titled “ADA Basics: When Does An Employee Have a Disability Discrimination Claim?,” protections against disability discrimination are governed by the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. §12101 et seq., (ADA). The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was amended […]
As a parent of a young adult child with special needs, it can be daunting to think of the day when your child is considered a legal adult who can make decisions for him/herself regarding where they live, their medical care, their finances, and legal agreements that they may enter into without proper counsel. In […]
Parents who have children with disabilities typically handle myriad obstacles that many others don’t have to face. The responsibilities associated with caring for a disabled child often continue into their adult life because of their lack of mental or physical capacity to live on their own. However, they may have to take care of themselves […]
If you were denied social security disability (SSD) benefits on your first attempt, you may want to appeal the decision in court. To ensure a speedy process, you should arrive at your hearing ready and prepared to defend your case. For help with compiling all the evidence and material you need, get in touch with […]
If you have sustained an injury or disability that you think could qualify you for Social Security Disability Benefits or Social Security Income, there are a few requirements you must meet before you can collect benefits. For instance, anyone who applies for benefits must have an impairment that prevents them from performing substantial gainful work […]
And our Hearing Advocate, Patrice Callahan, was There to Help! The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives Conference (NOSSCR), held annually, hosts SSDI attorneys and representative’s country-wide serving as pioneers in continuing legal education and furthering firm’s practices. In 1997, the first conference advocating for the disabled was held in New Orleans and now 40 […]
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