Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
Were you hurt while on the job in Arkansas? You may be entitled to receive no-fault benefits through a workers’ compensation claim. If you have a significant long-term disability related to your work injury, you may also be entitled to receive benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program. This raises an important question: …
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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Social Security Disability
For a person who has a long-term disability, Social Security benefits can make a dramatic financial difference. The denial of an SSDI or SSI claim is stressful and frustrating, but you have the right to appeal—potentially to an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) hearing. In this article, our Arkansas Social Security disability lawyer provides a comprehensive …
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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
Many Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries face a dilemma. Although their condition might be improving, they are not well enough to begin working full time. Unfortunately, if they start working even part-time, they fear that the government will cut off their benefits. What can they do? Thankfully, the Social Security Administration (SSA) allows SSDI …
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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
Navigating the complexities of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) system can be overwhelming. Whether you’re a person with a disability seeking assistance or a loved one trying to understand the process, it’s crucial to have the right information at your fingertips. In this blog post, we will shed light on the Social Security disability …
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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Social Security Disability
Are you applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits? If so, you may have questions about whether you will or will not have to pay taxes on your benefits if approved. Here is the question: Are SSDI benefits taxable? The short answer is that they can be—but most recipients do not actually incur any …
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Continue ReadingPosted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
A disability can have a significant impact on an individual’s life, both physically and financially. One way to address the financial strain caused by a disability is through a Social Security disability claim. SSD benefits—both SSDI and SSI— can help individuals cover basic living expenses and medical costs, allowing them to focus on their recovery …
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Posted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Car Accidents
According to data published by the National Safety Council (NSC), there are nearly 5 million medically-consulted injuries reported in car accidents in the United States each year. After a crash, injured victims need financial support to pay their bills and provide for their families. You may be wondering; Can you claim compensation for pain and …
Continue ReadingPosted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law, Social Security Disability
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a federal disability program that provides monthly benefits to disabled individuals who have limited income and assets. It is an alternative to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). You may be eligible for SSI disability benefits even if you do not have a long enough work history to bring an SSDI …
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Continue ReadingPosted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
Social Security disability (SSD) benefits are supposed to prove a financial lifeline to people and families in need. They are critically important for many people with serious injuries, chronic illnesses, and other impairments in Northwest Arkansas. Yet, many SSDI claims are denied. The Social Security Administration (SSA) Annual Data for Disability Denial states that two-thirds …
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Continue ReadingPosted by Gallo Cazort & Co. Law Firm | Disability Law
Are you applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits in Bentonville? If so, you must be prepared to present comprehensive medical documentation that establishes the existence, seriousness, and impairing nature of your injury or illness. A residual functional capacity (RFC) assessment is one of the main ways that the SSA evaluates your limitations. In …
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