Most people think of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits when they think of federal disability compensation. However, the Social Security Administration (SSA) also administers a secondary disability benefits program. Unlike SSDI, which is only...
Children whose parents, or in some cases grandparents and stepparents, receive Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits can be eligible for what is called auxiliary benefits. Auxiliary benefits are payments from your record paid to any dependents under the age of...
Social Security has released a new electronic protective filing date tool for those wishing to express an intent to file for SSI and other benefits. For those interested in filing for SSI, you can simply go to Social Security’s website and complete the form stating...
In a press release issued on April 4, 2022, Social Security announced the reopening of local offices beginning April 7, 2022. In-person services have resumed, including for people without an appointment. Due to a high volume of customers with health vulnerabilities,...
The Social Security Administration has acknowledged that those beneficiaries of Supplemental Security Income may have more difficulty filing appeals during the COVID-19 pandemic due to closure of field offices and delays with mail delivery. In a Emergency Message,...
The Social Security Administration has a specific Listing section 14.00 for Immune System Disorder for Adults. A few of the most seen sections of Immune System Disorders I encounter in representing Claimant are outlined below. 14.02 for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus...
Those working in heavy Industries need to know that there are substantial injury risks on the job. These industries often involve the use of heavy machinery, along with large-scale products and materials, all of which can lead to serious complications if there's ever...
When meeting with clients, I am frequently asked either “How much will I receive in back pay?” or “How far back will my back pay go?” Past Due Benefits, or back pay as it is commonly referred, is the money that Social Security owes you for the months you were eligible...
If you are disabled and are finally awarded your benefits, did you know that under the Social Security Disability Insurance benefits program (SSDI), you will have a waiting period? The waiting period includes a five (5) full month waiting period from your onset of...
If you have not visited Social Security's website to set up your “My Social Security” account then now is a great time to explore your benefit options. Setting up your account is fairly simple and takes less than 5 minutes. There is a dual-factor authentication...
