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Don't Lose Your Disability Benefits - Keys for Keeping the Benefits You Need

Submitted by Shane on Fri, 10/01/2010 - 09:54

With all the noise about Social Security disability reform being generated in Washington and elsewhere, especially among those running for re-election, reports of Social Security disability fraud in the millions of dollars, and with a substantial increase in funds set aside to fund case reviews and investigations, Social Security disability recipients may feel anxious about the status of their cases and the security of their disability payments.

Social Security Disability Frauds Sentenced to Prison

Submitted by Chris on Thu, 09/30/2010 - 11:22

The Social Security disability benefits received by most disabled individuals are relatively modest. However, when those benefits are multiplied by millions of recipients each month, they constitute a major expenditure by the federal government.

Opinions Differ When it Comes to Cutting Back on Social Security Benefits

Submitted by Daniel on Wed, 09/29/2010 - 15:04

More and more voices are calling for an overhaul of the Social Security system, and many are targeting Social Security disability benefits for scrutiny. Citing the need to “cut waste” in SSDI, representatives like Republican Mike Rogers of Alabama stress that the staggering size of the nation’s deficit demands stricter measures in distributing the nation’s tax dollars.

Recent Trends in Social Security Disability Law

Submitted by Daniel on Fri, 09/10/2010 - 11:31

In order to prepare as efficiently as possible for making a Social Security disability claim, it is good practice to be fully aware of the trends currently emerging in Social Security cases and rulings as they will likely have an effect on your own disability case hearing/application.

Disability Benefits for Schizophrenia

If you have been diagnosed with schizophrenia, you may qualify for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA).

You’ll need to meet the medical, work, and financial criteria by the SSA in order to receive benefits.

Discussed below is the full process on how to apply for benefits with schizophrenia, how to get connected with a disability lawyer for a better chance of approval, and how much you’re eligible to earn with schizophrenia benefits.

Changes To SSI Benefits In 2025

Submitted by Daniel on Wed, 08/11/2010 - 15:05

The Social Security Administration (SSA) changes Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits from year to year, some years more than others. It is important to make sure you understand and keep updated on these changes if you are receiving SSI benefits. These changes are seldom very large, but a complete understanding of these changes will help to ensure that you take all of the necessary steps to qualify for disability benefits.

For ‘quarter of’ coverage, the earnings needed to earn one Social Security Credit changed from $1,730 to $1810 in 2025.

Understand How the Social Security Disability Application Process Works

Applying for Social Security Disability benefits is not something to be taken lightly. When you are dealing with a serious disability and are unable to work, you need to be sure that you can qualify to receive the needed benefits. You cannot simply “show up” at the local Social Security office and sign your name on the proverbial dotted line. Rather, you will need to take part in the formal application process.

Understanding the Residual Functional Capacity (RFC) Form

If you are planning on submitting an application for Social Security Disability benefits, it is extremely important that you become familiar with the Residual Functional Capacity Form (RFC).

In order to have a chance at a favorable decision from the Disability Determination Services (DDS) that will approve or deny your application, it is imperative that your RFC is filled out completely and accurately as part of your disability application.

Appeal Immediately After Disability Benefits Are Denied

If you are denied Social Security Disability benefits at the initial stage of application, there is no reason to panic. Because Social Security Disability has several built-in levels of reconsideration and appeal, there is a fairly strong chance that your claim may still be approved further along in the application process. Because there is a limited window of opportunity to appeal a denied claim, however, it is definitely in your best interest to file for reconsideration immediately upon denial.

Keep a Journal to Strengthen Your Social Security Disability Application

When you apply for disability benefits, one method that can help you strengthen your Social Security Disability application is keeping a journal detailing the extent of your injury/disability and how it is affecting your everyday life. Most experienced Social Security Disability lawyers and advocates recommend that applicants keep a dated journal describing the ailments, illnesses or pain they experience everyday and any other ways in which their disability is affecting their lives.

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