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Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal disability insurance program funded through payroll tax contributions. If you or your loved one is no longer able to work on a full-time basis due to an injury, illness, or medical condition, you may be entitled to monthly financial support through an SSDI claim. This raises an …
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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
A significant number of Americans have heart issues. When the heart has difficulty maintaining a steady, regular rhythm on its own it is a serious health problem. A pacemaker offers a potential solution. As described by the Mayo Clinic, a pacemaker is a “small device that’s placed under the skin in your chest to help …
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Do you have an injury, illness, or other medical condition that keeps you from working? If so, you may be entitled to receive disability benefits through Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Both federal disability programs are administered by the SSA. To successfully apply for disability benefits, you will need comprehensive …
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In order to bring a successful Social Security disability claim, an applicant must establish that their disability or medical impairment prevents them from working. In practice, this means proving two separate things: You cannot return to your previous occupation; and You cannot reasonably be expected to ‘retrain’ to a less strenuous position. The Social Security …
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Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal program that provides direct cash assistance to qualifying disabled individuals who have little or no income. SSI is a lifeline to people and families who need support. Unfortunately, getting benefits can sometimes prove to be challenging. According to data found in the official SSI Annual Statistical Report, more …
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COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the country. The Arkansas Department of Health reports that over 155,000 cases of the virus have been confirmed in the state as of November 28th. The virus has interrupted many aspects of life. This raises an important question: Can I still apply for disability benefits during the pandemic? The answer …
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Social Security disability insurance should provide financial support and security to people and families who need it the most. Unfortunately, getting a claim paid can sometimes prove to be challenging. According to historical data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), between 27 and 36 percent of Social Security disability claims are approved upon initial application …
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Social Security disability benefits provide crucial economic support to those who need assistance. Unfortunately, getting a claim paid is not always so easy. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reports that as many as seven in ten SSDI/SSI claims are denied after an initial review. The good news is that you have the right to challenge …
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