Social Security Disability
New Proposed Rule Changes Could Lead to Social Security Disability Denials
Recent proposed cuts to disability benefits announced by the White House Administration consist of new rules that would govern the Social Security Disability program, impacting tens of thousands of recipients. The new proposed rules would add more stringent verification requirements in the form of more frequent paperwork checks of those who receive benefits. This increased…
Read MoreThe Effect of a Personal Injury Claim Settlement on SSD Benefits and Medicare
Have you patiently waited through the Social Security disability (SSD) claim process and received approval for your benefits, only to now find yourself injured in an accident? If the accident involves the liability of another party, you will certainly need to hire an experienced personal injury attorney to secure the compensation you deserve. But the…
Read MoreCould My Social Security Benefits Be Reduced?
Many Americans have multiple sources of income in today’s economy. However, some may not realize that when it comes to receiving government benefits of any kind, the smallest income they receive from a job or government source can adversely impact their ability to continue receiving those benefits. This includes receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits.…
Read MoreInvisible Illnesses Can Lead to Claims of Fraud by the SSA
When you think of someone who suffers from a disability, you more than likely think of a person who has a physical limit or physical manifestation. However, it’s possible for people to suffer from a disability that might not be easy to see with the naked eye. Those who suffer from invisible disabilities will struggle…
Read MoreReasons Your Social Security Disability Benefits Might Stop
The process can certainly take a bit of time, but it’s good to know that once you’re approved for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits, you’ll keep receiving them for a long time. However, there are certain situations or circumstances under which they could stop. So, whether you’ve been receiving SSDI benefits for some time already,…
Read MoreSocial Security Disability & Medicare: Your Questions Answered
We understand that the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Medicare processes can seem intimidating and complicated. You may be wondering about qualifications, conditions or benefits. So, we’ve put together a few frequently asked questions to help ease your fears. For detailed information about Social Security Disability benefits in Tennessee, check out our SSDI page.…
Read MoreAdditional Benefits for Tennesseans Seeking Social Security Disability
Social Security Disability (SSD) is a government insurance program that workers contribute to in the form of withholding from every paycheck. If a worker should become disabled and unable to work, SSDI pays a monthly benefit for those who are approved. The challenge is that there is a lot of waiting involved with Social Security…
Read MoreCould Waiting for a Social Security Hearing Cost You Your Life?
One of the most important things a Social Security Disability applicant or potential applicant is interested in finding out is the amount of time it will take to obtain a hearing if his or her application is denied. It is common knowledge that many applicants are denied upon their first application for SSD benefits. Applicants…
Read MoreInvisible Illnesses, Chronic Pain, and Social Security Disability
Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits are a federal insurance program available to workers who become disabled or injured and can no longer perform their jobs. The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides this assistance temporarily or permanently. The application and approval process for Tennessee SSD benefits can be difficult in even the most straightforward circumstances. It’s…
Read MoreTennessee Social Security Disability = Speed + Greed
If you know someone who’s applied for Social Security Disability Insurance, there’s a good chance they were denied benefits. How do we know? When it comes to Disability benefits, Tennessee has one of the highest benefit denial rates in the country. According to reporting by The Tennessean, 72% of Social Security Disability applicants in Tennessee…
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