The House of Representatives passed the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2015, which included changes to Social Security, effective May 1, 2016. The changes were meant to close loopholes in the filing system that allowed some beneficiaries to maximize payments. Social Security attorneys in Chicago warn couples to avoid conflict with the new laws by avoiding strategies […]
Anyone receiving both Social Security Disability and Workers’ Compensation may have a reduction in benefits. The total amount of both benefits cannot exceed 80% of the average current earnings before the disability occurred. A Social Security claims Chicago attorney can help minimize this reduction. Public Disability Benefits Can Impact Social Security Disability payments from private […]
If a parent becomes disabled, it can have a devastating financial impact on their family, however social security benefits are preventing children from becoming victims of financial distress. These auxiliary Social Security benefits for unmarried, minor children are available in specific circumstances. Social Security Benefits for the Children of the Disabled Over four million children […]
The processing time for social security disability claims can be very lengthy, sometimes lasting up to two years before a final decision is reached. Fortunately, many individuals with serious “critical cases” may be able to pursue expedited processing for their disability claims. In 2014, nearly 40 million individuals in the United States reported at least one disability. […]
In November 2015, legislators in Washington voted to change the way Americans can collect their social security benefits. These changes have now gone into effect and will affect everyone who files for their benefits from now onwards. File and Suspend no Longer Possible One of the most important changes is that recipients can no longer file […]
The process of applying for Social Security benefits can take a great deal of time, which is why a new bill has been proposed to help those with terminal illnesses get their benefits quicker. This legislation was introduced by Rep. Rodney Davis. Waiting for Social Security Benefits Many who apply for Social Security benefits deal […]
After people have been approved for SSI or SSDI, their benefits may later be terminated for several reasons, including making too much money, medical recovery, changes in living circumstances and convictions. The Social Security Administration will send notices of continuing disability reviews to recipients when it is reviewing them for continued eligibility. If people receive […]
Social Security Disability can help provide the income your disabled child needs to live. While the application process may appear daunting, the reward is long-term financial stability for your child. As such, it is well worth submitting the application and providing the necessary documentation so that the child will receive his/her benefits. Conditions that Qualify […]
New Social Security disability claim approvals continue to fall from their peak of over one million in 2010 and 2011. In 2014 and 2015, an applicant for disability benefits had less than a one in three chance of approval. An applicant in 2001 had nearly a 50% chance of approval. Other statistics also show that being granted Social […]
The Ticket to Work program is a voluntary program that assists Social Security beneficiaries with entering, rejoining or staying in the workforce. This program allows recipients of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) the opportunity to become financially independent and obtain a job that could turn into a career. Ticket to […]