Making the decision to go on disability is never an easy thing. In the first place, to even be in this situation means you are suffering from an injury or some other condition that makes life more difficult. This alone is enough to bear. However, going on disability also means admitting to yourself that things […]
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Being approved for your social security payments can feel great. Your disability has been taken seriously, and you’re finally getting the financial assistance that you deserve to take care of yourself. There are times when your social security payments may not run like clockwork as they should. Learn about why you may not receive a […]
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People are not perfect. A common result of our imperfection can be seen in the frequency of automobile accidents. Unfortunately, sometimes injuries that are sustained in a car accident can be so bad that they can cause the person who sustained them to miss a significant time at work. This can easily cause financial hardship […]
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If you are a loved one collect SSI (Supplemental Security Income) then you know that your income level and assets are a big factor in determining your future SSI eligibility. In fact, the SSA has very strict, although somewhat complicated, rules in place about how much a person is allowed to earn in a given […]
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When it comes to disability, you’ve probably heard about disability that is based on Social Security and how much you’ve worked. This is called Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and is based on work credits. Children are eligible for a different program called Supplemental Security Income (SSI disability) that is not based on work credits. […]
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Endocrine disorders involve dysfunctional glands comprising the endocrine system (thyroid, ovaries, testes, pituitary, pancreas, adrenal) that produce too much or too little hormone. Hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and diabetes are examples of commonly diagnosed endocrine disorders. Less common are pituitary gland disorders like Cushing’s disease, hyperprolactinemia, and pituitary tumors. A hormonal imbalance may be so severe that […]
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You may have questions regarding working while receiving Social Security benefits. There are factors that feed into this that will affect your payments. These factors include both your age and the amount of money that you’re earning. What Age Has To Do With It You can apply online if you are at least 61 years […]
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If you are planning a pregnancy, you should consider a short-term disability policy. Many employers provide this insurance, so that is definitely an option. It is taxable, and most employers will deduct the payments from your paycheck. Talk to your company’s human resources representative about it. You’ve probably heard of family leave laws; these federal […]
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If your benefits have been denied and you wish to appeal, you have the right to a hearing before an Administrative Law Judge. The idea of going up in front of a judge and needing to prove your case can be very intimidating. It may make you very nervous, but if you have the right […]
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Getting denied for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits can be heartbreaking. You’ve spent all this time and effort compiling your medical history and building your case, and now all of that energy seems to be wasted. For many people, this setback is enough to give up. Before you decide to throw in the towel, though, […]
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