Social Security and Social Security Disability are not separate names for the same program. “Social Security” refers to the Social Security retirement program, on which more than 54.7 million retired workers and certain of their family members depend for financial assistance. “Social Security Disability” is another term used for the Social Security Disability Insurance program, […]
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Toward the end of last year, the federal government announced 2025 Social Security Disability changes. Most news reports focused on an increase in benefits thanks to a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment, but that was only one of several changes affecting benefits, eligibility, and other key aspects of the programs available through the Social Security Administration. If […]
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You probably noticed an increase in the disability benefits payment you received. The reason is a cost-of-living adjustment 2025 benefits through the Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance programs received in their first disability payments this year. Many may ask: “Is COLA 2025 only for disability benefits?” This blog answers that and other […]
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If you have a disability that prevents you from working and earning a living as you did before, you may be eligible for disability benefits from multiple sources. For instance, the application you complete for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration is processed to determine eligibility for the Social Security Disability Insurance and the […]
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The original federal law that created the Social Security system has undergone many changes through the years. Survivor Social Security benefits for widows were added through amendments to the Social Security Act in 1939. Later amendments added widowers. Originally, Social Security widow/widower benefits paid only a fraction of a worker’s benefits if they lived. Later […]
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You saw an announcement online about an extra payment from Social Security. It was not on the Social Security Administration’s official website, but it looked like a reliable source. Now you’re wondering when you will receive the $1,800 Social Security Disability payment amount and what you need to do to get it. If you did […]
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The Social Security Administration stopped paying monthly disability and retirement benefits by check and switched to direct deposit over a decade ago. The application process for benefits through Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Insurance, and retirement programs includes a request for direct deposit information. The change came after years of complaints from people about […]
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If you have been reluctant to get a part-time job or attempt returning to work full-time while getting disability benefits because it would affect your eligibility, the disability professionals at the Clauson Law Firm have good news for you. The Social Security Administration allows you to work without jeopardizing your eligibility for Social Security Disability […]
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It’s impossible not to be overwhelmed by stress and anxiety waiting for approval of your application for disability benefits. When your only hope for relief from financial challenges created by being unable to work because of a disability, it helps to know the waiting period for disability approval and the start of benefits. The disability […]
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly called COPD, and diabetes are two medical conditions that may qualify for long-term disability benefits depending on the severity of their symptoms. If you cannot work because you suffer from either or both, you could be eligible for financial assistance from a long-term disability insurance policy or federal disability insurance […]
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