Posted on August 1st, 2019 by Gerald Thurswell
Social Security disability benefits were designed to assist disabled Americans and their families by providing such things as financial assistance, vocational rehabilitation, and more. However, many people find themselves being denied during the initial review process. If this happens to you, does it mean that you are unable to receive benefits? Not necessarily, and an […]
Posted on July 30th, 2019 by Gerald Thurswell
For several years, Social Security tested skipping the reconsideration phase in the disability determination process in several states. Michigan was one of those states. Now, the Social Security Administration is phasing the reconsideration step back into the process. If you receive an initial denial letter for SSI or SSDI, you will have to go through this […]
Posted on May 14th, 2019 by Gerald Thurswell
In the United States, the Social Security Administration (SSA)handles social security benefits, denials, and appeals. Interpreting and understanding the laws that form the basis for Social Security disability income and benefits can be a difficult task. If you have applied for Social Security disability benefits and you have been denied, you should not delay in […]
Posted on April 29th, 2019 by Gerald Thurswell
Americans have a right to seek benefits, including Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) Benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Benefits, which the Social Security Administration (SSA) provides. However, the process of obtaining these benefits and/or appealing a denial of benefits can be complex. In some instances, it may even take several attempts for you to […]
Posted on July 14th, 2017 by Gerald Thurswell
It is not uncommon to feel a sense of nervousness when speaking to someone with a disability. Often people are afraid that they will say or behave in a way that could be offensive. Interacting with someone with a disability should be no different than any other social interaction you have. You should be polite, […]
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