Category: Social Security Disability

One of the most important things you can do to help improve your chances of success when filing a social security disability claim is to

The Social Security Administration handles claims for Social Security benefits. The organization has made great strides in reaching out to all Americans who may need or

The Committee on Ways and Means recently held its second hearing as part of its effort to strengthen the Social Security disability program.  The first hearing

The Social Security Administration (SSA) had just added another 52 medical conditions to its Compassionate Allowances program.  The SSA announced the new additions, which primarily

Denials of an application for social security disability benefits are common occurrences.  If an application is denied, the applicant may request a hearing before an Administrative

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently commissioned an independent review of the federal disability system due to concerns that the SSA awards benefits to those

The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently instituted a policy that it will no longer provide prior notification of the Administrative Law Judge assigned to preside

Before applying for social security disability benefits – whether Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) – there are several things to consider and certain actions

In order to receive Social Security Disability benefits, a person must have one of the Social Security disability qualifying conditions. Understanding the guidelines and qualifying

People who are new recipients of social security benefits may need to ask – does Illinois tax Social Security? A Chicago Social Security benefits attorney