by Richard Feingold | Jun 29, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
Ankylosing spondylitis is an inflammatory autoimmune disorder that can result in chronic pain and stiffness, and it may affect your ability to work. You can apply for Social Security disability benefits if you have the disease, but what can you do if you are denied?...
by Richard Feingold | May 28, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
What if the conversation surrounding mental health in our society was as easy as ordering a cup of coffee? Coffee, Hip Hop & Mental Health — otherwise referred to as CHHMH — has exactly that goal. The founder of CHHMH, Christopher LeMark, wants to...
by Richard Feingold | May 28, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
Genocide is one of the worst imaginable violations of human rights. Survivors have often witnessed or experienced extreme violence, including the murder of friends and family members. The after-effects of a genocide are often horrific, and can include extreme poverty,...
by Richard Feingold | May 28, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way a lot of things work – including Social Security Administration hearings. In March of 2020, SSA offices closed temporarily for hearings due to the pandemic. Now, they are providing a flexible and safe alternative for...
by Richard Feingold | Apr 27, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
The results of a Social Security Disability Insurance and/or SSI disability benefits claim can be life-changing. A successful claim can provide you with the benefits you need and deserve to be able to live with your disability. In contrast, being denied benefits can...
by Richard Feingold | Feb 26, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
Is persistent depressive disorder a disability? Does major depressive disorder qualify for disability? Can you get SSI for depression? Here’s the short answer: if you suffer from a depressive disorder, you may qualify for Social Security benefits. Of course, it’s a...
