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...
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...
