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What Medical Conditions Qualify for Social Security Disability or SSI?
If you have an injury or illness that prevents you from working, you may be able to seek monthly payments through Social Security Disability or Social Security Insurance. Not all injuries or illnesses qualify for coverage by the Social Security Administration though. You can find…
SSA Reinstates Reconsideration in New York and 9 Other States
How can I increase my chances of success during the reconsideration process? Recently, the Social Security Administration elected to reinstate the Reconsideration step to the disability adjudication process in ten different states. Reconsideration has been reinstated in the states of New York, California, Colorado, Louisiana,…
SSD Applicants in Syracuse, New York Face Two Year Waits
What can I do to expedite my Social Security Disability application? For Social Security Disability applicants, time is of the essence. Individuals who seek disability benefits have become injured or ill to the point that they can no longer carry on working at a full-time…
$3.5 Million Settlement Highlights Issue Of When Pregnancy May Be A Disability – Have You Faced Pregnancy Discrimination?
A New York Times investigation revealed that many of the nation’s largest companies continue to sideline or discriminate against pregnant women. Both stories highlight the need to seek legal counsel from a New York disability insurance lawyer if you believe your legal rights were violated…
Comparing SSD vs. SSI
Should I apply for SSD or SSI benefits? For those just starting off in the process of applying for disability benefit, it can be confusing to determine which benefits you may be able to receive. Confusion often arises between Social Security Disability (SSD) and Supplemental…
Should You Hire an Attorney to Help With Your Social Security Disability Claim?
Many individuals file their initial application for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits without the assistance of a New York SSDI attorney. The Social Security Administration (SSA) does not require individuals to hire an attorney to represent them as they seek SSDI benefits. However, you…
Seeking Benefits for Your Disabled Adult Child
What are the eligibility requirements for SSD benefits for disabled adult children? Worldwide, it is estimated that over one billion people are living with a disability. One in ten of those with disabilities are children. For the parents of a disabled child, planning for their…
Can I Get SSDI or SSI for Depression?
Depression can be a debilitating condition that impairs a person’s ability to perform daily tasks, including work. There are many depressive disorders that someone may suffer from including bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, dysthymia, manic depression, and many other disorders that cause depression. Chronic depression…
Collecting Social Security Before the Age of 62
What circumstances might allow me to collect Social Security if I am under the age of 62? The Social Security Act was first signed into law in 1935 by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Originally, the law was designed to offer retirement benefits to the primary…
What is the Income Limit for Social Security Disability in 2018?
Social Security has helped millions of individuals over the course of decades that are unable to earn sufficient wages due to injury or illness. While disability is certainly a driving factor in determining who receives Social Security Disability, income and assets play a significant role.…
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