The brave men and women who serve our country in the armed forces are oftentimes left with a lot to deal with once they enter civilian life. This is especially true for those who were deployed overseas and saw combat. For these men and women, acclimating to civilian...
Social Security Disability
Securing disability benefits as a veteran
The brave men and women who serve in our armed forces deserve to be taken care of at all times, but they need extra support when they’ve been harmed as a result of fulfilling their duties. This can take many forms, but perhaps the most beneficial among them is that...
How veterans can qualify for Social Security disability benefits
The brave men and women who serve in our armed forces put a lot on the line. They agree to be removed from their families for significant periods of time as they seek to protect our country and those in other parts of the world, and as a result they’re often subjected...
How does the SSA define disability?
We would like our good health to last, but unfortunately many people in Florida -- even young adults -- will develop a disabling condition at some point in their lives that keeps them from being able to work to earn a living. For this reason, the Social Security...
Understanding disability benefits for veterans
In certain circumstances, veterans may be able to obtain Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. They may also be able to receive expedited processing of their claim for disability benefits. Because of the importance of SSD benefits, it is helpful for veterans and...
Post traumatic stress disorder FAQs and how SSD can help
Many veterans experience post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) when they return home from serving their country. They may have questions about PTSD and should be aware of how Social Security disability (SSD) may be able to help them. What is PTSD? Post traumatic...
What are work credits for Social Security disability benefits?
One of the requirements for Social Security disability benefits is that the disabled applicant must meet work credit requirements. Work credits are based on work history and disabled individuals applying for Social Security disability requirements should be familiar...
What is the Compassionate Allowance program?
Living with a disability can make working impossible for many in Kissimmee. Being unable to earn an income can make it difficult for a person to afford medical care or even care for their daily needs. For this reason, some people in Florida choose to pursue Social...
What are compassionate allowances for Social Security disability?
Obtaining Social Security disability (SSD) benefits can be an exhausting process for disabled individuals who may need the benefits the most. One option that may help disabled applicants expedite the process of applying for benefits is the compassionate allowances...
Can I receive both workers’ compensation and disability?
When they suffer serious work-related injuries, Central Florida residents may be faced with trying to figure out how to replace their income. Otherwise, being unable to work due to a permanently debilitating injury may mean that a family will suffer extreme financial...