Social Security Disability Can Be Confusing
Social Security Disability Is Not A Charity
I just read Robert Fowler’s letter on the Opinion page today (8-15-17), in which he writes about his shame for having to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. I represent people who are applying for Social Security Disability benefits. Mr. Fowler is like many of my clients who wish they could work, but can't because of a serious disease or illness. Social Security Disability … [Read more...]
Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits
Do you need help applying for Social Security Disability benefits? Are you dealing with a denied claim? If you need to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, you should know that the process is not always easy. Most initial claims get denied, and you may need to engage in an appeal to get the benefits you need and deserve. During these times, work with Tracy Law Firm, PA, a trusted … [Read more...]
Politics and Disability
The new congress opens with a harsh attack on Social Security. While Social Security has operated functionally for decades, there is no guarantee that it will forever. Let's hope our politicians in Washington keep the disabled member's of our communities in mind when they draft their bills and cast their votes. … [Read more...]
Social Security Disability Benefits Increase
Social Security disability checks will increase 1.7 percent beginning in January 2015 (That is the annual cost of living adjustment). According to the SSA website "Monthly Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for nearly 64 million Americans will increase 1.7 percent in 2015, the Social Security Administration announced today." … [Read more...]
9 tips for Disability Consultative Examinations
In the last posts (here and here) I wrote about the Social Security Disability Consultative exam. This is part 3 on a series of posts pertaining to these exams. The consultative examination may help you be approved for Social Security payments. You must attend the examination or you could lose your claim for Social Security payments. Be early for the appointment-the doctor will write in … [Read more...]
The Social Security Disability Consultative Exam
Why did Social Security Schedule A Doctor's Appointment For Me? They schedule these examinations to get more information about your disabilities. This is a one-time examination. The examining doctor will not give you medical advice or recommend treatment. After the examination they will send a report about the examination and your disabilities to Social Security. There is no cost to … [Read more...]
Consulting An Attorney
Speaking with a skilled law firm can give you the best chance of a successful SSD claim. In addition, hiring a legal professional will only cost you if your claim is allowed. If you win the fee is 25 percent of your disability back-pay, or $6,000, whichever is the lesser amount. If you don’t win, there is no fee. Hiring an experienced law firm is often the best course of action if your claim … [Read more...]
What is SSI?
If you have not worked, or do not qualify for Social Security Disability benefits, you may still be eligible for Supplemental Security Income, or SSI. SSI Eligibility SSI is not funded by Social Security, so it is not necessary for an individual to have accumulated a certain amount of work credits in order to be eligible. However, there is a strict financial restriction; SSI is meant for … [Read more...]
Waiting for a Decision
A common concern for those interested in applying for Social Security Disability—especially if it’s your first time—is knowing when to stop working. Many people feel as though they are unable to continue working due to a disability, illness or injury, but are afraid to stop working because of the loss of income while they wait for a decision. Remember, it can take up to seven months to get a … [Read more...]
