Disability Benefits Blog
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What to Do if Your Disability Status is Being Audited
Tax season strikes fear in many of us. We can be as organized and ready as ever, but the lurking

How to Get an Emotional Support Animal & Their Affects on Your Disability Claim
Time to Read: 3 Minutes It’s important to note that an emotional support animal is not the same as a

5 FREE Resources for People with Disabilities
Time to Read: 4 minutes There are many assistance programs for people struggling with a disability–especially if your health has

‘Tis the Season to “Over-do” It: Holiday Activities that Can SQUASH Your Disability Claim
Ho-ho-howdy, friends ⛄ Holidays are just around the corner. This could be a big YAY for some and a big

How to Apply for Student Loan Relief if You Have a Disability
Time to Read: 3 minutes I often get asked if an SSA disability approval will help with student loan financial

“Can I Work and Get Disability?” What you Need to Know in 2024
Can I Work and Get Disability? Social Security’s disability-based programs are subdivided into two programs. With Social Security Disability Income
The Importance of Checking Your Work and Earnings History Through My SSA
Your work and earnings history play a crucial role in determining your eligibility and the amount of benefits you receive from Social Security. Yet, how often do you...
Read MoreNavigating Social Security Disability Hearings: In-Person, Video, and Phone Options Explained
The Covid-19 pandemic has changed so many parts of our daily lives, including Social Security Disability hearings with administrative law judges. There have been a few updates to...
Read MoreWho Is Eligible For Increased SSA Benefits Under The Social Security Fairness Act
After nearly a forty-year struggle, Congress has acted to remove offsets that reduced disability and retirement pay for government employees and teachers by passing The Social Security Fairness...
Read MoreTop 3 Social Security Disability Rules | A Disability Advocate’s Rulebook
Are you thinking about applying for Social Security Disability or have you faced a denial in the past? You’re in the perfect spot! Taking the step to apply...
Read MoreWill My SSDI Appeal Be Threatened By My Past Denial Decision?
Read Time: 3 Minutes. Will Your Previous Denial Be Used Against You? When the Social Security Administration decides on your disability case, that decision is final unless successfully...
Read MoreNEW for 2024- Rule for Past Relevant Work & Disability Claims: What You Need to Know
Past Relevant Work: This includes most work that you have done in your career. It must be substantial, gainful, and that you performed long enough for you to...
Read MoreDon’t Let Memorial Day Impact Your Disability Claim!
Read Time: 5 Minutes. Memorial Day is coming up: the official “kick off” to summer. Back when you were healthy, the norm was to go to the river,...
Read MoreThe Vocational Guy Said I CAN Work. What Should I Do??
Jump To: Step-by-Step Guide to Handling Vocational Expert Testimony During a Disability Hearing When Age Becomes a Factor What Are Vocational Skills? How They Evaluate Your Education Does...
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