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Large Insurers Accused of Fraud in Denying Disability Claim
When can a policyholder sue an insurer for its tactics in refusing to pay disability benefits? Obtaining disability payments is difficult even in the best of circumstances. Applicants must meet countless medical requirements, obtain letters and test results from doctors, and file reams of paperwork.…
Retired NYPD Cop Convicted of 911 Disability Fraud
How much of a problem is disability fraud? Recently, a retired NYPD officer was convicted in connection with a massive $400 disability fraud scheme. The officer was among more than 100 people who were indicted by the New York District Attorney in 2014. The retired…
Reducing the Social Security Backlog—Will New Steps Help or Hurt?
How will procedural changes affect individuals applying for SSDI? For those who become disabled, making ends meet can be an ordeal. And waiting for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits to be approved is another obstacle for those already coping with serious injuries or illnesses. Currently…
Improving Your Chances of Being Approved for SSDI Benefits
What can you do to reduce the chances of an SSDI denial? Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a benefit provided by the government to those that are unable to engage in any substantial gainful activity due to an impairment or illness. That is, make…
Need Social Security Disability Benefits? Get in Line
Why are the wait times so long for obtaining disability benefits? Nothing is for certain, or so it’s been said, and anyone can become disabled at any time and not be able to work. Fortunately, the Social Security Administration provides disability benefits to those who…
Claiming Social Security and Medicare
Can I receive Social Security and Medicare benefits simultaneously? The Social Security Administration recently celebrated “National my Social Security Week” which was aimed at raising awareness for individuals to set up online accounts with the SSA. By so doing, they can be provided with access…
Applying for SSI or SSDI
How does one apply for the government benefits of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? If you are disabled and unable to work you may feel hopeless, but there are a number of government-administered benefits offered to help those in your…
NYC Mayor De Blasio Signs Bill Expanding Accessibility Laws for Disabled New Yorkers
At Seelig Law Offices, we fight tirelessly to ensure equal access and opportunities for all New Yorkers, regardless of physical limitation. Along the same lines, New York City’s Mayor De Blasio recently enacted several mandates ensuring the same equalities for residents across all five boroughs…
Interesting Facts about Social Security Disability Insurance
What groups benefit the most from Social Security Disability Insurance? is a government run program that helps millions of people across the country. If you are disabled, according to the Social Security Administration’s definition, and you cannot work, you are likely entitled to a monthly…
Fighting for Job-Related Disability Payments — an NYPD Cop’s Long Struggle
Being injured on the job may not guarantee a full disability pension without a fight. Newspapers often seize upon scandalous stories of policemen or firefighters who, while receiving a full disability pension, perform feats of physical strength, such as running a marathon. Less often do…
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