Helping People With Disabilities Nationwide
Workplace safety should never be taken lightly. No matter the size of the company or the field of work, employers have an ethical and legal obligation to provide a safe work environment for their employees. From complying with OSHA regulations to conducting regular...
It’s now been well over a year since the Social Security Administration closed its hearing offices due to the Covid-19 pandemic and began holding all hearings over the phone or video, and there’s still no clear timetable for when in-person hearings will resume....
More than a year into the Covid-19 pandemic, one phenomenon that continues to be overlooked by many people is so-called “long haul Covid.” There’s no specific definition for what exactly constitutes long haul Covid, and it’s unclear even how many people experience it....
Living with a disability can mean different things for different people. Some individuals may have a disability that affects their lives but that can be managed with certain accommodations, particularly in the workplace. Unfortunately, others may experience disabling...
A consultative examination is a medical or psychological exam that the Disability Determination Service (DDS) will request an individual undergo. A consultative exam essentially allows the individual applying for Social Security to provide more information and context...
A “PERC” interview happens once an individual has been approved for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. PERC stands for “pre-effectuation review conference.” It is important to note that a PERC interview only takes place when only SSI benefits are awarded; it...
Whether your doctor discovered your condition during a routine exam or you were experiencing upsetting symptoms that led you to seek medical assistance, a diagnosis of diabetes can bring with it many serious life changes. This may include dietary restrictions, glucose...
Receiving financial benefits from the government can often help individuals ensure that their basic needs are met. If people have qualifying disabilities, they receive monthly payments from Social Security Disability Insurance. However, even if a person qualifies for...
Finding oneself in a situation where finances are tight due an inability to work can be more than troublesome. In some cases, a chronic condition or sudden disabling illness or injury can prevent a person from working and earning a steady income. In such cases,...
It is not unusual for some people to think that they should automatically qualify for certain government benefits. For instance, someone who suffers a serious injury and cannot work for a time may think that he or she should receive Social Security disability...
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