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Posted in Benefits, Claims, Workers Compensation on Aug 18th, 2009
Q: How soon after a work injury should I apply for Social Security Disability?
A: First, you should only apply for disability benefits if your condition is expected to be disabling for a period of 12 months in a row or more. If your condition is expected to last for this time […]
If you are eligible for Social Security benefits, it is a good idea to sign up for direct deposit. Direct deposit benefits go directly into your bank account and are available immediately. In events such as hurricanes or other events which may interrupt mail service, direct deposits are not affected. This is […]
Posted in Benefits on Jul 31st, 2009
Q: What if I am denied for social security disability because Social Security says my condition is not expected to be disabling for 12 months?
A: In order to qualify for Social Security Disability, you must have a condition which is disabling for a minimum period of 12 months or more. If […]
Posted in Benefits, Workers Compensation on Jul 27th, 2009
Q: Is it possible to receive worker’s compensation benefits and Social Security Disability?
A: Yes, this is entirely possible. If you are out of work due to a work injury and are receiving benefits from an insurance carrier, you may still be eligible for disability benefits. Of course you first must prove […]
Posted in Benefits on Jul 16th, 2009
If you have filed a claim for Social Security Disability and have received benefits from another source such as a worker’s compensation carrier or long term disability carrier, make sure that you have all documentation of the monies you received. This may include check stubs, payout ledgers, settlement documents, etc. Failure […]
If you have received a Partially Favorable decision from the Administration, you may wonder whether you should appeal in order to try to obtain the benefits that the Administration did not allow. You have the right to appeal the decision and generally your appeal must be filed within 60 days of […]
If you are receiving Supplemental Security Income benefits, it is very important to report any changes in household income to your local Social Security office. Failure to advise Social Security about changes in income could result in the payments being made in error and could result in an overpayment which the Administration would be allowed […]
Did you know that the Administrative Law Judges (ALJ) have their own set of rules that they are required to follow? These rules are called the HALLEX. You can find these HALLEX online at http://www.ssa.gov/OP_Home/hallex/hallex.html.
These rules give direction to the ALJs and their staff. Topics include, but not limited too: How to […]
Title II and SSI beneficiaries are statutorily barred from receiving benefits if they are “fleeing to avoid prosecution.” The SSI bar has been in effect since 1996 and the Title II bar since 2005. In implementing these provisions, SSA has used an overly broad definition of the term “fleeing,” as set […]
Posted in Benefits on Mar 23rd, 2009
A: Your disability benefits will continue as long as your medical condition has not improved and you cannot work. We will review your case once in a while to make sure you are still disabled. If you are still receiving disability benefits when you reach your full retirement age, your benefits […]
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