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What Qualifies You for SSI Disability?

Posted on July 23, 2019June 27, 2019 by Editor

The SSI (Supplemental Security Income) program is America’s safety net – a disability program for people with no appreciable earnings record.  It protects the very…

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Crohn’s Disease and Digestive Disorders 

Posted on July 10, 2018June 19, 2018 by Editor

Among the most devastating cases that come to us are those involving Crohn’s disease, colitis, or inflammatory bowel syndrome.  About a million Americans are affected.…

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No More Annual Paper Statements of Benefits

Posted on June 19, 2018June 11, 2018 by Editor

Social Security  used to mail out paper statements to show past annual earnings and estimate Social Security benefits, but most workers will no longer receive…

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Proof of Benefits Letters

Posted on June 11, 2018June 11, 2018 by Editor

If you need proof you get Social Security benefits, Supplemental Security (SSI) Income, or Medicare, you can get a benefit verification letter online by using…

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Proving Disability for Mental Illness

Posted on May 17, 2018May 2, 2018 by Editor

Clients with mental impairments present challenging legal situations for disability claims.  However, there is a clear path to winning these cases. Once a clear diagnosis…

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Differences Between SSI and SSDI?

Posted on September 19, 2016September 19, 2016 by Editor

THe difference between SSI and SSDI is always worth a review! SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance) is an earned benefit that focuses on physical and…

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Drug and Alcohol Addiction as a Basis for Social Security Disability

Posted on February 20, 2013February 20, 2013 by Editor

Until 1996, substance abuse was considered to be a free standing disability under Social Security disability law, applicants could draw benefits based on addiction alone.…

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SSA Annouces Help for Veterans: HEART

Posted on September 25, 2010September 29, 2010 by Editor

In September, Social Security published final rules about the Heroes Earnings Assistance and Relief Tax (HEART) Act. The HEART Act changes the way the agency…

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