by Richard Feingold | Feb 10, 2021 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
Those who rely on Social Security benefits are likely aware of the annual Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). For those who are new to benefit access, this yearly adjustment is designed to ensure that inflation does not outpace your monthly benefits....
by Richard Feingold | Dec 18, 2020 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
In recent years, there has been an increasing focus on mental health — and with good reason. Here are just a few quick stats for you: 20% of adults in the U.S. suffer from mental illness every year 4% of adults in the U.S. suffer from serious mental illness every year...
by Richard Feingold | Dec 18, 2020 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
The National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR) recently released an update on current Social Security legislation that is impacting the SSA’s administration of disability benefits. What’s on the agenda? Stop the Wait According...
by Richard Feingold | Nov 10, 2020 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
When considering your disability claim, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will break down your limitations into two categories: exertional and nonexertional limitations. A limitation is when your illnesses, injuries, and related symptoms make it harder to...
by Richard Feingold | Aug 18, 2020 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
On Saturday, August 8, President Trump signed four executive orders supposedly designed to provide financial relief to those suffering due to the coronavirus pandemic. One of those orders is a payroll tax cut, and Social Security Disability claimants might be...
by Richard Feingold | Jul 8, 2020 | Disability: SSDI and SSI
Good news from the Social Security Board of Trustees. In their annual report for 2020, the Board announced that Federal Disability Insurance (DI) Trust Fund’s financial health improved again. It will now be able to pay 100% of benefits until 2065. That’s...
