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Being Eligible for Certain Social Security Claims

Meghan DiTolla asked: Many are surprised to learn that Social Security eligibility is similar to other types of lawsuits.  For example, in certain personal injury lawsuits, the plaintiff needs to prove that he or she will not be able to work in the same capacity in the future due to sustained injuries.  These injuries need [...]

Social Security Disability Payments and the Stimulus Package

Meghan DiTolla asked: For a number of years, people have been talking about how the Medicare and Social Security system are potentially not sustainable in its current incarnation.  This will come as dire news to anyone looking to secure Social Security disability payments.  Right now there is a backlog for approvals as well.  In short, [...]

Social Security Myths

Shelley Godra asked: Social Security MythsWritten by Shelley Godra             Social Security was created to help finance US citizens after retirement.  A portion of every worker’s paycheck assists in funding the Social Security reserve.  Currently, these paycheck portions are creating a surplus in the reserve because there are more citizens employed than retired.  Some spectators believe [...]

Learning the Fundamentals of Social Security Survivor’s Benefits Claim

Learning the Fundamentals of Social Security Survivor’s Benefits Claim

Claysphere Rivera asked:
General public opinion had generated the belief that Social Security is designed exclusively for retirement. Contrary to this misconception, Social Security System offers a variety of programs that cater not only benefits for retiring individuals but also programs providing assistance for the disabled including their dependents.
This article focuses on Social Security program, [...]

Traumatic Brain Injury And Social Security Disability

Traumatic Brain Injury And Social Security Disability

I am frequently asked whether someone with a Traumatic Brain Injury can get Social Security disability benefits. The answer is YES, depending on the specific facts of each case. Social Security disability benefits are not awarded based solely on a diagnosis.