For those receiving Social Security Disability benefits and those intending to apply for them in 2018, October is a month of reckoning. The Social Security Disability Administration often changes the federal regulations around SSD benefits around the middle of the...
San Diego Social Security Disability Law Blog
Can I receive SSD benefits for PTSD?
It is an unfortunate fact of life that people witness traumatic events on a daily basis-a situation that causes extreme stress, helplessness or fear within the person viewing the event. Many people recover from this trauma over time, but a number of people experience...
Residual functional capacity in assessment of mental disorders
When a San Diego resident files a claim for Social Security disability benefits based on a medical or mental disease or disorder they must substantiate their claim with evidence. They may have to submit to evaluation in order to prove that their condition prevents...
Finding happiness through disability
If you've suddenly found your life turned upside-down, where everyday tasks have become difficult or impossible and you're unable to work, then you are likely living with some sort of disability. Learning to live with a disability can be tough, especially since we...
Compassion and knowledge key to helping SSD claimants
Social Security disability benefits can provide a financial life raft to those who are unable to work on account of a debilitating injury or illness. That being said, not everyone who thinks they are disabled will be deemed worthy of benefits. This is because the...
SSD claim appeal wait time continues to balloon
Living with a disability is a challenge in itself; however, seeking benefits to ease a person's life can also be a struggle. Putting together a successful Social Security disability claim can take time. Of course, some of this time is spent building an initial claim...
Social Security disability’s evidentiary requirements
Californians who have suffered a debilitating injury or illness need to fully understand the legal options available to them. After all, financial relief may be available to those living with a disability; however, only after successfully applying for Social Security...
SSD benefits available for those with bone marrow disorders
The sudden onset of an injury or illness can turn your life upside down. You might have to flip the bill for unexpected medical expenses, find yourself subjected to physical pain and suffering and your emotional wellbeing may take a hit. When one of these conditions...
We help get the SSD benefits application right the first time
California residents, like other residents across the country, are hard working individuals who probably would like to keep working until they are physically unable to do so anymore. They take pride in their work and the ability to provide for themselves. Which is...
Know the requirements for requesting supplemental security income
The Social Security Administration is responsible for administering a variety of government benefits programs, one of which involves supplemental security income. Supplemental security income may be available to San Diego residents who have limited incomes and who...

