In 2008, the Social Security Administration (SSA) outlined four goals it wishes to achieve by 2013. To those applying for disability benefits, the most important goal is improving the speed and quality of the disability process. Here are the ways that SSA is trying to meet this goal: Quick Decisions for Clearly Disabled Claimants In
Read MoreIn 2011, the Social Security Administration is taking new and bold steps to use technology to help reduce their case backlog. How could these methods help you win your claim faster? Disability Group wants you to have the information you need to make informed decisions relating to your claim. The Current Climate The recession. The
Read MoreNot Your Average People’s Court: Disability Hearings are less formal hearings seen on TV. Most hearings take place in office settings, hotels and even banks. The judge leads the hearing with an assistant clerk that records information. Sometimes a medical expert (ME) and/or a vocational expert (VE) is present. What to Expect? During the hearing,
Read MoreWhat is the Social Security Administration trying to do in my disability case? The Social Security Administration’s main goal is to decide whether you are able to work, doing either your past job or any type of job. Does the Social Security Administration (SSA) consider the pain I am in when deciding whether to award
Read MoreFirst, what IS Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)? Social Security Disability Insurance benefits fall under title II of the Social Security Act. In order to qualify for SSDI you must have worked long enough and paid Social Security taxes. SSDI works almost the same as pension, where you pay into the plan throughout your working
Read MoreOne of the most common questions claimants pursuing disability benefits ask their social security disability attorney is “How can I make my case move faster?” Social Security claims can be granted priority status based on their “critical” nature. SSA requires expedited processing for the following types of “critical cases.” A social security disability attorney can
Read MoreOnce you are approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, certain members of your family may also be entitled to payments; auxiliary benefits may be available for your spouse, your former spouse, and your children. Auxiliary Benefits for Your Spouse Your spouse may be eligible for payments upon your award of SSDI benefits, if
Read MoreEven if you have a qualifying disability, you might not be receiving benefits. Here are the top reasons why applicants may not receive benefits in spite of their eligibility – and ways to avoid making the same mistakes! The Social Security Administration needs permission to review your financial records – make sure you give it
Read MoreSome non-citizen immigrants and some individuals who reside outside the United States are eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if the individual meets specific requirements. What Exactly is Considered “Outside the United States”? Generally, you are outside the United States if you are not in one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto
Read MoreThere are more than 29 different seizure disorders, and not all of them result in convulsions. In fact, seizures are experienced differently from person to person. Many individuals with chronic seizure disorders are able to control seizures with medications. If you take medications as directed and still continue to experience seizures that prevent you from
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