Winning Social Security Disability (SSDI) can sometimes be an uphill battle. Most claims are rejected initially, which leaves applicants frustrated that they must wait for the benefits they need. Fortunately, you have the right to
You may already be aware of the procedures that apply when a workplace accident victim wants to seek workers’ compensation. However, there are several good reasons to retain a workers’ compensation lawyer to assist with
The Social Security Administration’s (SSA) disability rules are strict. In fact, it’s estimated that fewer than half of applicants are approved for Social Security Disability (SSDI) when they first apply. It’s important that you work
First-time applications for Social Security Disability (SSDI) have a high rejection rate. As many as 40% of initial applicants will have their disability claims denied by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It’s well-known what some
Applying for Social Security Disability is just the start of what may be a months-long wait for an initial decision. Because it can take several months to receive that decision, it’s important to apply early.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). The SSA has its own standards of what exactly counts as a disabling condition, rules that differ from other agencies.
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
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
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
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
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
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
