The Social Security Administration (SSA) uses a “Trial Work Period” to encourage individuals who are receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to try and return to work. Brian, in San Marcos California, asks “After … Read More
Medi-Cal is the name of the Medicaid program in the State of California. Sara, in El Centro California, asks “If I qualify for Supplemental Security Income disability benefits, will I also qualify for Medi-Cal?” … Read More
From the date that your Social Security Disability claim is denied, you have 60 days to appeal. Dave, in San Clemente, California asks “I just received the notice that my application for disability was denied, … Read More
If you are approved for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and your condition worsens, you will not see any change in your benefits. Mike, in Carlsbad, California asks “My disabilities have worsened and I … Read More
Make sure you hire an experienced disability attorney or non-attorney representative to help you win your disability hearing. Monica, in Carlsbad California, asks “I have a disability hearing next month, what do I need to … Read More
Attorneys can represent you in any area of the law, whereas non-attorney representatives are only able to represent you in regards to a disability claim (SSDI or SSI). Jean, from Escondido California, asks “Is it … Read More
YES! A disability attorney can help improve your chances at winning a disability. Adrian, from San Bernardino California asks, “Can hiring an attorney really improve my chances at winning my Social Security Disability claim?” Yes, … Read More
The Compassionate Allowances initiative is designed to expedite the Social Security Disability and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) approval process for applicants with the most severe disabilities and illnesses. The Compassionate Allowances initiative is designed to … Read More
Your education does not affect the decision. Tammy, in Oceanside, California, asks “I did not go to college; my highest level of education is High School. Will that make it easier for me to qualify … Read More
The reason for the 24 month waiting period is mainly for the government to save money and to ensure that only those with a long-term disability will receive Medicare. Medicare is a health insurance program … Read More
