Most people realize that Social Security Disability (SSDI) is available to those who cannot work. Not as many know that there are special considerations for older Americans, those age 50 and up. The older you get, and the longer you work, the more that disorders, illnesses, and injuries will be a problem. The Social Security […]
Good News For Blue Water Navy Veterans
Blue Water Navy veterans who served in Vietnam have historically had a difficult time collecting benefits for Agent Orange exposure. But this changed dramatically in 2019 with passage of the Blue Water Navy Vietnam Veterans Act. Veterans who were previously denied an Agent Orange-related disability claim, or who have never applied, should know their legal […]
The Challenges of Back Pain Disability Claims
Back pain is one of the most common reasons that people file for Social Security disability. However, it is also one of the most difficult claims to make. Social Security does not readily approve these claims because they are often fraudulent. This unfortunate abuse leaves real victims unable to work and without the compensation they […]
Education Benefits for Survivors and Dependents of Veterans
Veterans who have served their country want to know that their children and dependents are provided for. The VA offers a way to do this through different education benefits for qualifying survivors and dependents of veterans. These benefits include numerous resources to help pay for education. If you’re a veteran, or the survivor or dependent […]
Compassionate Allowances Help Disability Applicants with the Most Serious Conditions
Anyone who has ever applied for Social Security disability benefits knows the process can take a long time to complete. Backlogs, bureaucracy, pulling medical records, and more seem to take forever. Fortunately, there is hope for those who have some of the most severe diseases and medical conditions. Compassionate Allowances place these applicants on a […]
VA Benefits for Victims of Sexual Trauma in the Military
Military sexual trauma (MST) refers to sexual assault or repeated, threatening sexual harassment that happens to a veteran during service. MST can happen to men and women, and the VA acknowledges that it is a major problem. Numerous disorders can stem from MST, and treatment is often necessary to cope with them. The VA offers […]
Understanding the VA’s New Appeals Process
Claims decisions that were rendered before February 19, 2019, are still subject to the traditional VA appeals process. This includes the steps of filing a Notice of Disagreement and consideration by a Decision Review Officer. However, if your VA decision was given on or after February 19, 2019, there is a new process to follow. […]
Am I Eligible for VA Disability Back Pay?
Disabled veterans are well aware that it can take months or even years before they receive benefits. Once a veteran is awarded, he or she can begin collecting compensation payments. But what about all the time before the veteran started receiving benefits? Fortunately, the VA is required to pay VA disability back pay. A Mobile, […]
Getting Assistance With the Social Security Disability Application Process
If you’re unable to work due to a medical condition, you may qualify for disability through the Social Security Administration. Disability benefits provide a crucial line of support to many individuals and their families. But many people who are eligible for disability find the task of applying to be difficult. There is a lot of […]
Adding a Dependent to Your Veterans Disability Benefits
Disabled veterans who have dependents may be able to add those individuals to their benefits compensation. Veterans may be eligible for additional disability compensation if they have a qualified dependent. If you have questions about your dependents, you need a Mobile, AL veterans disability benefits attorney. The VA considers several people to be dependents of […]
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