Floridians who are receiving Supplemental Security Income often have concerns as to the parameters of maintaining their disability benefits and what circumstances can affect their benefits. Some recipients might have to enter the hospital or a nursing home for a...
SSD benefits and the PASS program, part II
Florida residents who would like to get back to work and end their reliance on Social Security disability benefits frequently will try to achieve self-support through the PASS program. Part I of this blog series explained the program, how it is used to allow claimants...
SSD benefits and the PASS program, part I
While Floridians who meet the requirements to receive Social Security disability might have an illness, condition or injury that renders them unable to work at all, some are only seeking the SSD benefits until they are able to get back into a better situation. For...
Our firm fights for those disabled by injuries
A previous post on this blog discussed hearing loss and how it is handled when it comes to determining whether an individual suffers from a disability for Social Security purposes. Those facing a disability of any type, including hearing loss, have a lot to deal with,...
Proper preparation for a Social Security disability hearing
Kissimmee residents who believe they meet the medical requirements to receive Social Security disability benefits might be surprised to know that even if the medical issues are such that they cannot work, there is still a chance they will be denied Social Security. A...
Hearing loss and Social Security disability
Injuries, illnesses, and mental conditions can vary widely in scope and severity. Some of these medical conditions are relatively common, while others may be rarer. Regardless, the Social Security Administration has worked diligently in an attempt to recognize medical...
Understanding COPD and seeking SSD benefits for it
People in Florida who are suffering from illnesses that render them unable to work should know that they can seek and be approved for Social Security disability benefits for illness if they meet the necessary criteria. One specific illness that can result in an...
SSD benefits may be available to rotator cuff injury sufferers
Many Floridians work in jobs where they perform the motion over and over again. The work itself can be monotonous, but these jobs can also be well-paying, providing an individual and his or her family with the financial stability they need. However, the human body is...
The Listing of Impairments: what disability claimants should know
People in Kissimmee who are suffering from an illness, injury or condition and believe that they meet the medical requirements for Social Security disability should take the time to understand the Listing of Impairments. The listings are a key to whether or not a...
Understanding SSD benefits, Ticket to Work and potential changes
In Florida, people who are receiving Social Security disability benefits might not want to continue receiving the benefits forever. It is with this in mind that the Social Security Administration has implemented the Ticket to Work Program. Not only is it important...







