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The Latest With Social Security

We realize it may be a stretch for ordinary people to want to keep up with the comings and goings of the Social Security Administration, but sometimes circumstances permit where someone does want to follow the latest news regarding the agency due to a possible retirement or disability interest. This blog is an ongoing piecemeal… Read more »

How Impairments Are Considered For Disability Benefits

A common question many people have when they are considering applying for Social Security disability benefits is “do I qualify?” The question is focused on medical impairments a potential disability claimant suffers from. Social Security does maintain a listing of impairments that can be considered for disability purposes, but even if a condition someone suffers… Read more »

Understanding SSDI Eligibility

To qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, generally you must have worked and paid into Social Security for at least five years within the past ten years. According to Social Security rules, a claimant must meet specific medical requirements to qualify for Social Security disability benefits. These can include a developmental disability, long-term disability,… Read more »

The Latest With Social Security

We realize it may be a stretch for ordinary people to want to keep up with the comings and goings of the Social Security Administration, but sometimes circumstances permit where someone does want to follow the latest news regarding the agency due to a possible retirement or disability interest. This blog is an ongoing piecemeal… Read more »

How Social Security Benefits Are Calculated

Social Security benefits are calculated using a formula that takes into account the average indexed monthly earnings (AIME) of the worker, the number of years of covered earnings, and the age at which the worker begins receiving benefits. First, the Social Security Administration (SSA) indexes a worker’s past earnings to account for inflation. Then, the… Read more »

The Latest With Social Security

We realize it may be a stretch for ordinary people to want to keep up with the comings and goings of the Social Security Administration, but sometimes circumstances permit where someone does want to follow the latest news regarding the agency due to a possible retirement or disability interest. This blog is an ongoing piecemeal… Read more »

Report Shows DDS Struggling To Keep Up With Disability Claims

The Social Security Advisory Board recently issued a lengthy report on Social Security’s relationship with state operated Disability Determination Services, agencies that are in charge of making medical decisions on Social Security disability claims at lower levels of the process. The report shows that DDS is struggling to keep up with the backlog of claims,… Read more »

The Latest With Social Security

We realize it may be a stretch for ordinary people to want to keep up with the comings and goings of the Social Security Administration, but sometimes circumstances permit where someone does want to follow the latest news regarding the agency due to a possible retirement or disability interest. This blog is an ongoing piecemeal… Read more »

Common Paperwork Involved In Disability Cases

Once an application for Social Security disability benefits is filed a claimant can expect to received correspondence from Social Security regarding the claim. This paperwork is important to keep the claim on track. Failing to respond to Social Security’s request for action can result in denied claim. Below we will explain the type of paperwork… Read more »

The Different Types Of Social Security Benefits

Most people think of retirement benefits when Social Security is discussed, but there are other types of Social Security benefits for people who are unable to work due to disability, survivor’s benefits, and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Below we look at the different types of benefits that are available through the Social Security Administration…. Read more »