Where the Remaining Presidential Candidates Stand on Social Security

With the presidential election in full swing, one of our top priorities is the status of Social Security Disability laws in the United States. As we all know, presidential candidates are prone to over-promising and under-delivering – and our nation’s benefits system is no exception. As the pool of possible presidents continues to dwindle, let’s […]

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Thyroid Disorders and SSDI

Am I eligible for social security disability benefits for my thyroid disorder? The thyroid gland — a gland in the neck, produces hormones that regulate weight and metabolism. Thyroid disorders such a hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can cause a variety of medical conditions. Symptoms of Hypothyroidism If your thyroid is not making enough thyroid hormone, you […]

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Identity Theft Can Be a Threat to Disability Payments

How can identity theft affect your disability check? Identity theft has become an increasingly common occurrence, causing millions of people complex financial problems and emotional turmoil. There are many ways in which you can find out that your identity has been stolen, none of them pleasant. Sometimes, you are suddenly billed for purchases you’ve never […]

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Applying for Social Security Disability Benefits

What makes the process so daunting? If you have heard that applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits is overwhelming, you have not been led astray. As you’re probably aware, the government does not like giving money away and fears fraudulent claims, so it appears to go out of its way not to make […]

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Medical Evidence In SSDI Cases

What type of evidence is required in an application for Social Security Disability Insurance? Social Security Disability Insurance is a government benefit provided to those who are disabled according to the Social Security Administration’s (SSA’s) definition. The SSA defines a disability as a physical or mental impairment that prevents a person from engaging in any […]

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A New Year’s Resolution That Is Easy to Keep

Do you know how much money you will get from Social Security if you are injured tomorrow? How about how much you can expect to get when you retire? If you don’t know the answer to these questions, you aren’t alone. Even though the Phoenix area, and really Arizona generally, is full of people who […]

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SSDI Still Needs Fixing

What reforms are needed in the Social Security Disability Insurance program?   The recent Budget Act signed by President Obama was approved with bipartisan Congressional support. Leading into the negotiations, there were threats of another government shutdown if Congress refused to raise the debt ceiling while lawmakers argued over the numbers. During this process, many […]

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The Long Wait for SSDI Benefits

What is causing delays is SSDI benefit approvals? The Social Security Disability Insurance program is designed to provide financial support to people who are unable to work, providing them with a safety net from poverty. Generally, to qualify for disability, a person must have a physical or mental illness that will prevent the individual from […]

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