Category Archives: White Plains Social Security Disability lawyer
Changes To Job History Requirements For SSDI
More than 1 million people apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) in the United States every year. Getting SSDI is no easy task, as these applicants will tell you. Not everyone gets approved the first time around. In fact, the disapproval rate is more than 60%. A lot of these disapprovals have to… Read More »
Man’s Social Security Disability Benefits Cut, Owes $200,000
Many federal government programs are undergoing cuts due to President Donald Trump’s administration. This has led to people being denied the benefits they need. An HIV survivor in California is seeing this first hand. The 62-year-old man has been living with HIV and AIDS for 38 years. He has been receiving Social Security Disability… Read More »
SSA To Allow Phone Service For SSDI Claims
To apply for government benefits, applicants often have to apply online or in person. However, for those who are disabled and looking to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, having to drive to an office to apply is out of the question. And many people still do not have internet access or have… Read More »
What’s Going On With Social Security Disability Delays?
Since President Donald Trump took office for his second term, there has been a lot of concern about government programs such as Social Security. Trump has been working with Tesla founder Elon Musk to reduce federal spending through the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Trump has been laying off workers from various government agencies,… Read More »
SSDI Delays: Best And Worst States
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments are intended to be distributed equitably based on eligibility. However, it appears as though some SSDI recipients have an easier time getting their benefits than others based on location. That’s right — where you live can play a major role in how quickly your application is processed. According… Read More »
What Is The ABLE Act?
December 19 marked the 10th year of the ABLE Act. The Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act was signed into law as part of the Tax Increase Prevention Act of 2014. It allows those with disabilities to open a tax-free savings and investment account. Investment growth under the ABLE Act… Read More »
Woman Struggles With Arthritis, SSDI Denials
Unfortunately, there are many medical conditions that can be debilitating. A person who is struggling with their health may be unable to move properly or even leave their home. This is the case for a Kansas woman. The 55-year-old woman has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for most of her life — nearly 30 years…. Read More »
Does Marriage Affect My SSDI Benefits?
If you are disabled and have been trying for a long time to get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you know how crazy the process is. You may have waited for more than a year to get approved, so you want to make sure you keep these benefits for as long as possible…. Read More »
SSDI COLA Up 2.5% For 2025
It’s expensive to live. It seems like the prices for gas, groceries, and everything else we buy are constantly rising. For those who work, pay increases are rare even though everyday costs keep going up. Fortunately, government agencies do keep up with the pace of inflation. Every year, they make adjustments to monthly benefit… Read More »
I Have Life Insurance. Will That Affect My SSDI Benefits?
Many people are disabled and unable to work. In many cases, this qualifies them to receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. However, depending on the type of Social Security benefit you’re getting and the resources you have, your benefits could be greatly reduced. Many people have questions about life insurance. They may have… Read More »