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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

Through a Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim, a disabled individual can apply for financial compensation to support themselves and their family. The Social Security Administration (SSA) reviews claims very carefully—closely checking to confirm that the applicant actually qualifies for SSDI or SSI benefits.  This raises an important question: Does the SSA conduct surveillance on …

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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

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

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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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

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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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law

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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