Helping People With Disabilities Nationwide
Everyone copes with stress in their lives, but not everyone must deal with a disabling impairment. According to a 2010 survey by the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 1 in 5 people in the U.S. have a disability (Americans with Disabilities, 2010). More than half of the...
Veterans are entitled to a number of benefits by law in the United States, but they must meet the qualifications. One of the primary qualifications is that the service member must not have been discharged from the military dishonorably.Now, a new proposal would help...
After being involved in a war, it's understandable and expected that a veteran may have health issues. Veterans have unique health needs that must be met. Disability benefits are just one potential way for them to get the medical care and income they need while they...
When you first file for disability benefits, you will need to choose an alleged onset date.Typically, this is the date that you stopped working due to a medical condition. If the Social Security Administration issues a favorable decision in your case, your back...
Whether you apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), benefits are paid out monthly, and you may be entitled to a substantial amount of back pay based your application date and the date you are found to be disabled....
Bipolar disorder can be a challenge to live with. The severe mood swings it causes make it more difficult to learn, work and live a normal life. The Social Security Administration does recognize the severity of this condition and offers financial benefits to those who...
If you have had to appeal your disability application to the hearing level, you should receive a notice of when and where your hearing will take place about two months beforehand.Your attorneys will also contact you to remind you of this date.But problems can arise...
Many claimants think they can only obtain disability benefits if they are permanently disabled.This is only partially true, however. Whether you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income, you may be eligible to apply for a...
The Social Security Administration has issued a new rule regarding when written evidence is submitted to the court. Previously, written evidence such as medical records were submitted as soon as possible and preferably at least a week before the hearing. However,...
The average waiting period for a hearing after a request for a hearing has been filed is 12-18 months. The wait time can vary depending on what state you live in but most states have at least a 12 month wait time. This is a very long time to wait . The wait time...
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