In 2023, more than 1.8 million people applied for disability benefits through Social Security’s two programs, Social Security Disability Insurance ... Read More
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Increase In Social Security Disability Benefits For 2014
Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a cost of living adjustment of 1.5% for 2014. As a result, monthly benefits for Social Security ... Read More
Disability For Chronic Migraines
A migraine is a severe headache that often causes debilitating pain. Although the Social Security Administration (SSA) does not have a listing ... Read More
Filing For Disability Benefits With Depression
Depression is one of the leading causes of disability. If it is not the sole condition or impairment listed on disability applications, it is often ... Read More
Applying For Disability With PTSD
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a disorder which occurs after experiencing a physically or psychologically traumatic event. Examples may ... Read More
Qualifying For SSI and SSDI Disability
If you are disabled and can't work, there are numerous programs and assistance to help you. Two of those programs at the federal level are Social ... Read More
Qualifying For Disability Benefits With ADHD
A diagnosis for ADHD, like other conditions and injuries, does not mean a child will automatically qualify for disability benefits. Children under 18 ... Read More
Autism Legislation
Massachusetts Advocates for Children posted an interesting summary of the Massachusetts legislative priorities for Autism Commission related bills. ... Read More
Redetermination For Children’s Disability at 18
Many parents have asked what happens to their child's disability benefit when they turn 18. Do they automatically lose the benefit? The answer is ... Read More
Medical Source Statements In Disability Cases
Medical Source Statements are very important in your disability case. A Medical Source Statement is a statement or opinion by a physician or other ... Read More