Coronavirus Relief Bill Could Raise Your Social Security Disability Check!
It is easy to feel like your head is spinning when trying to follow the constant stream of information coming in concerning proposed bills related to the Coronovirus Relief efforts. We certainly understand that. However, whenever a potential action involves a change in benefits for our clients, our firm watches carefully. We pride ourselves on […]
Social Security Disability for Disabled Veterans
I have so much respect and admiration for the men and women who courageously put their lives on the line to protect our country. Throughout the years, I have been honored to represent many retired airmen and airwomen, as my Vacaville office is located only a few miles from Travis Air Force Base. Unfortunately, I […]
Disabled Americans Have Serious Concerns About the COVID-19 Vaccine
As Americans begin receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, the country as a whole seems to be sharing a sense of relief and hope. We all want to see this horrific pandemic come to an end. Unfortunately, we cannot ignore the fact that all vaccines come with some risk. As we begin to see how those who […]
What is the difference between SSD and SSI?
This is the single most asked question that I get from clients. People often do not know that the Social Security Administration offers different programs for disabled persons, based on what you paid into the system and your asset/income levels. That is really the difference in a nutshell. When you meet with our firm, we […]
Do I Need To Pay Taxes on My Social Security Disability Benefits?
When determining whether or not your disability benefits are taxable, there are several things to consider. Generally speaking, disability benefits are excluded from being considered gross income. However, they are included when calculating your combined income. Combined income is what the IRS is looking at when determining whether or not taxes need to be paid. […]
Happy 85th Birthday to Social Security!
Yes, you read that right. 85 years ago, today, President Franklin D. Roosevelt singed the Social Security Act into law. President Roosevelt felt strongly that our country needed a social safety net that would provide income to elderly workers who could not continue earning a living after a lifetime of work. Two years went by […]
How Do I Get Approved for Disability?
This is by far the most frequently asked question that I ever receive. People often assume that there must be a magical medical condition or perhaps a special statement from their doctor that would green light their claim for disability benefits. Unfortunately, I can attest to the fact that neither of these exist, with a […]
HELP! I FILED FOR SOCIAL SECURITY BENEFITS TOO EARLY!
Let’s assume you suffered a serious back injury at work. You filed for worker’s compensation benefits and were unable to work for a year. When you saw that the worker’s compensation benefits were running out and you remained unable to work, you filed for Social Security disability benefits. Two appeals into the process of trying […]
Children’s Supplemental Security Income Benefits
How Does the SSA Determine if a Child is Disabled? The disability program within the Social Security Administration that provides benefits for disabled children is called the Supplemental Security Income program. Eligibility for this program is determined by considering two distinct factors; financial need and severity of the disability. Concerning the financial requirements, it is […]
