New Bill Signed to Speed Up VA Disability Appeals ProcessLast Wednesday, August 23rd, President Trump signed the Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act into law. The Act aims to speed up the notoriously slow VA disability benefits appeals process....
Disability solutions for you and your family
Month: August 2017
Your mental health and eligibility for disability benefits
You know that Alabama residents with certain medical conditions or those who suffered debilitating injuries in accidents could be eligible for disability benefits if they are no longer able to work. However, you may not be aware of the fact that Social Security...
Which state has more disability recipients per capita than AL?
Being named the recipient of disability benefits isn't something to take lightly. Generally, there is a process associated with being awarded disability benefits. This is because a person needs to prove that they themselves or one of their dependents are in need of...
STEPS TO BEING DISABLED FOR WIDOW(ER)’S BENEFITS
STEPS TO BEING DISABLED FOR WIDOW(ER)'S BENEFITSIn a previous blog I discussed Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claims. Additionally, there is another type of disability claim for Widow(er)'s benefits. The requirements for...
Injury and an inability to work components of seeking SSD
When it comes to a person's health and their ability to earn a living wage, it would be much easier if those goals weren't hindered in any way. For many Mobile residents, their ability to work has never been an issue so the thought couldn't be further from their mind....
HAVE I WORKED ENOUGH TO FILE FOR DISABILITY?
HAVE I WORKED ENOUGH TO FILE FOR DISABILITY?There are essentially two types of Social Security Disability claims, Disability Insurance Benefits (DIB) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). There are also Disabled Children's claims and Widow's Disability claims, but...
Veterans’ health care crisis avoided per Senate’s approval
Veterans deserve the utmost care and respect. When a military member is honorably discharged from the military, they are granted access to several benefits for themselves and their family, including access to VA medical care. While this may initially sound great, the...
The Representative Payment Program may help caregivers in Mobile
At some point in a person's life, they often become a caregiver for a loved one. Whether it's an aging parent, a disabled child or a friend in need, it's good to look out for the important people in your life. When a person in Mobile is a primary caretaker, it usually...
CAN I WORK WHILE ON DISABILITY?
CAN I WORK WHILE ON DISABILITY?Many people faced with disabilities wonder if later on, should their condition improve, or they are offered a good opportunity, can they work. That is a good question and Social Security has programs in place to help people get back in...
EXPEDITED REINSTATEMENTS, IS THAT THE BEST CLAIM FOR YOU?
EXPEDITED REINSTATEMENTS, IS THAT THE BEST CLAIM FOR YOU?Were you previously awarded Social Security Disability benefits but went back to work? Perhaps after attempting to work, your condition has now rendered you disabled again. What are your options?SSA has a...