Living with a disabling condition is tough. The onset of your condition may have been sudden and unexpected, which means that the life that you once enjoyed no longer seems within reach. Nearly every aspect of your life can be affected, too, which can take an...
Mistakes to avoid when filing for SSD benefits
If you have suffered an injury or disability that makes it impossible for you to continue working, you may be able to file a claim for Social Security Disability benefits if you meet certain criteria. If your application is approved, you will typically receive your...
May I receive Social Security Disability if I get work comp?
Residents of the greater Sacramento area who get hurt or sick at work are eligible to receive benefits through California’s workers’ compensation program. These benefits are available to pay for an employee’s medical bills. If an employee must be away from work to...
Social Security Disability appeals process
Many people in the Sacramento area have had to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. These benefits are there for those who are no longer able to work due to a disability. But sometimes the application does not get approved, and a claim is denied. But just...
Autism sufferers may qualify for disability benefits
There are a lot of mental health conditions out there that can have a significant and sometimes downright devastating impact on an individual’s life, even if he or she seeks out treatment. While these situations are tragic on many levels, those who suffer from these...
The many reasons Social Security disability benefits get denied
You have invested close to 30 years working for your company. As a dutiful and reliable employee, you have gotten the promotions you deserved. Now, you face an unexpected challenge. Your serious medical condition promises to put an end to your career. Your condition...
Understanding SSDI and SSI eligibility
California residents who are suffering from the effects of a long-term or chronic illness, injury or accident that has left them disabled and unable to work may not be aware that there are benefits that they may be eligible to receive through federal and state...
New law speeds benefits for people with ALS
Times have been tough for everyone lately, and a lot of people feel like the federal government has not been a big help. That goes double for people with disabilities. Fortunately, there has been some good news on this front. A new law is set to make it easier for...
Social Security Disability to get 1.3% increase in 2021
Getting hurt and needing to go on Social Security Disability is never easy. No one wants to be forced into this situation, but when needed, SSD can be a lifeline. In fact, Social Security and Supplemental Security Income and SSD benefits help over 70 million Americans...
Do you or a loved one qualify for a compassionate allowance?
The Social Security disability program is meant to provide financial relief to those who are unable to work due to a debilitating injury or illness. The process of recovering these benefits can be challenging because the federal government tends to pick claims apart...
