I’m a government worker, how am I impacted? If your employer didn’t withhold Social Security taxes, your benefits (retirement and disability) will be reduced under the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP). This reduction may not occur if you paid enough taxes from...
Do you have a family member/loved one who receives Social Security Disability benefits? It could be your mother, spouse, sister, child, grandmother, etc. This will mainly apply only if your loved one receives Social Security disability through the SSI program. This...
Your Social Security Disability Insurance (“SSDI”) benefits will cease if you go back to work and earn over the threshold for Substantial Gainful Activity. Supplemental Security Income (“SSI”) benefits will stop if you go back to work and earn more money than the...
Lymphomas are cancers of the lymphatic system, which is a group of organs, vessels and tissues that protect you from infection and keep a healthy balance of fluids throughout your body. The lymphatic system, or lymphoid system, is part of the immune system and...
Most employees in Minnesota have protection if they get hurt on the job. Workers' compensation benefits can replace lost income and pay for health care expenses. Workers injured in an incident on the job can apply for benefits. Those who develop medical conditions may...
Work is often monotonous. People perform the same tasks throughout the day. If they keep the same job, they may do the same work for many years. Consistently performing the same job functions can lead to increased skill. Employees who have always worked in specific...
Social Security will often schedule a claimant for what is called a consultative examination. They might even schedule you for multiple! Often, there is one physical examination and one psychological examination. These examinations are done by doctors who Social...
Unfortunately, the Social Security process is extremely lengthy from start to finish. It is not uncommon for it to take years to finally receive a decision awarding you benefits. Therefore, when you are finally awarded benefits, it is likely that you are entitled to...
When looking at your eligibility for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, it is important to know if you have Substantial Gainful Activity that surpasses the allowed amount. Substantial Gainful Activity is the term the Social Security Administration uses to...
The Social Security Process from application to finally receiving a favorable decision awarding you benefits is a very lengthy process. It is not uncommon for it to take over a year (or even two years in some cases) to finally get a decision. Therefore, when you are...
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