Eligibility for Social Security benefits depends upon two things - a medical condition that lasts more than 12 months and an inability to complete work. Understanding what is meant by an inability to work is very important because if the person reviewing the...
The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits to Americans who can show that they are disabled, unable to work on account of that disability, and meet other federal requirements. In an attempt to help individuals assess...
Millions of poor and disabled Americans rely on Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) in order to make ends meet. These individuals, many of whom have suffered a serious disabling injury or illness, are unable to work due to their...
Californians who have been rendered unable to work due to a disabling injury or illness can find themselves is a tough position. On one hand, they need money to survive. On the other hand, they may feel uneasy about turning to what many consider an entitlement program...
As a city with a military base, San Diego residents know that the brave men and women in our nation's armed forces put their lives on the line to protect not only our country, our freedom, and our democratic rights, but those of others, too. The least we can do to pay...
Our last blog post discussed the Social Security Disability (SSD) reevaluation process. Being prepared to enter this process is critical, as the outcome could drastically affect your benefits. If the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines that your disability...
Successfully claiming Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be a long, drawn-out battle. Initial claims are often denied, and appealing a claim oftentimes requires close attention to detail, strong legal arguments, and patience. Although recovering these...
Many Californians inaccurately believe that Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are easy to receive. After all, one need only prove that he or she meets the Social Security Administration's definition of disabled, satisfy work requirements, and prove that the...
Californians who have suffered a disability know the challenges they can face when their injury or illness renders them unable to work. Sure, these individuals may have extensive physical pain as well as physical limitations, but for many people with disabilities the...
Loss of a limb is a catastrophic event, regardless of the cause. Many people in Southern California who have suffered amputations if they can obtain Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits. This post will review the essential requirements for proving the...