When an individual becomes disabled due to illness, injury or mental condition, his or her ability to work may be impacted immediately. That individual may require medical treatment and may have trouble covering the costs of that medical care and the costs of everyday...
When the president recently announced his controversial plan of executive action in regards to immigration reform, many Americans were left with questions about the plan, who it affects and what the consequences of the plan may be. One of the beneficial consequences...
Over the past several months, federal lawmakers and regulators have questioned the actions of numerous administrative judges who regularly decide whether individuals should be approved for Social Security Disability benefits or not. A new report indicates that certain...
It may surprise people to learn that the Treasury Department has rather strict guidelines in place concerning how those who rely on the Social Security Disability Insurance program to make ends meet can receive their monthly benefits.Specifically, the agency dictates...
Not everyone chooses to dedicate his or her life to a career. Perhaps you decided to stay home and raise your children, or perhaps your spouse simply made enough for you to not have to worry about entering the workforce.Regardless of the reason, you may find yourself...
Cost of living adjustments or COLAs are necessary for the millions of individuals across the nation who survive on Social Security disability or retirement benefits or Supplemental Security Income. What are COLAs? Goods and services cost money, but those prices...
Having a disability can inspire feelings of isolation and misunderstanding. Even though 11 million Americans currently receive Social Security Disability benefits due to their disabilities, it can sometimes feel like you are the only one struggling with a medical...
The Social Security Administration is charged with assessing claims for Social Security Disability benefits and with distributing Social Security retirement benefits. Both of these government entitlement programs help to ensure that ill and injured American adults, as...
When an injury or illness renders an adult incapable of working for either a relatively short or an extended period of time, he or she may start to think about researching various entitlements and benefits aimed at helping disabled individuals cover their costs of...
When a life-changing event, accident or illness results leaves an individual disabled and unable to work, the Internet may seem like a good resource for investigating disability benefits.For example, the Social Security Administration maintains a robust website. In...