SSD

How can I prevent scrutiny of my SSD claim if I have an illness that is not well understood?

The Social Security Administration has recently announced that it is devoting more resources to uncovering fraudulent Social Security Disability claims. Now, the SSA has expanded its budget to increase the use of social media searches to detect fraud, among other search methods. For applicants with less visible or understood illnesses, allegations of fraud may become more likely. Our
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Being unable to work because of a disability can be frightening and frustrating. However, there are government programs that assist individuals with disabilities. These programs provide disability benefits that help individuals pay for necessary living expenses if they are unable to work because of a disability. Hiring a

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What Are the Requirements to Receive SSD Benefits if I Have Parkinson’s Disease?

Today, it is estimated that over ten million people around the world have Parkinson’s disease, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Each year, 60,000 Americans will be diagnosed with this serious disease. The risk of developing Parkinson’s increases with age and men are more than 1.5 times more likely to be diagnosed with the disease. 

Receiving a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease can be life-changing.
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How can I expedite my Social Security Disability hearing?

Working Americans will spend years paying into the Social Security system so that they are protected in the event of a serious injury or illness and find themselves unable to work.  However, many more Americans are shocked when they find they apply for Social Security benefits to help them in their time of need and their claims are delayed or denied. Our NYC Social Security Disability lawyers discuss some alarming data that shows SSD applicants are dying before they ever get a hearing and what you can do to speed up your claim.
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) encourages individuals who receive SSI (Supplemental Security Income) to work if their disability allows them to do. When a person goes to work and begins earning money, SSI benefits typically stop. Unfortunately, some individuals who attempt to work may be unable to continue working because of their disability. Therefore, the SSA has an expedited reinstatement process to help those individuals regain their SSI benefits. A Read more . . .

If you are filing a Social Security disability application, you need to be aware of the rules and laws applicable to SSI and SSDI disability claims. In the past couple of years, changes in the rules used to evaluate Social Security disability claims have made it more difficult for some individuals to receive disability benefits. If you have questions, you may want to contact a New York Social Security disability claims lawyer to discuss how the changes in rules impact your claim.
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Why might contingent workers not be taking advantage of the SSD program?

Today, a larger part of the workforce identifies as a contingent worker than ever before.  The Federal Reserve estimates that there are some 75 million gig workers in America.  Contingent workers are generally defined to include independent contractors, freelancers and anyone employed in a temporary or gig job.  A recent study conducted by the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College examined the number of contingent workers who seek Social Security Disability benefits.  The study found contingent workers are underrepresented among Read more . . .