In our last post, we discussed Social Security’s 5-step sequential evaluation process for adult disability claims.  At Step 3, Social Security determines if a claimant’s

Social Security disability benefits are often the final safety net for individuals suffering from medical impairments. For many, the Social Security Administration’s (SSA) bureaucracy can

If you receive Social Security benefits of any kind, you are probably familiar with the Social Security Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA). Its purpose is to

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has finally issued a final rule on revised medical criteria for evaluating mental disorders for adults and children.  This rule

Important Benefits for Surviving Spouses In some circumstances, the Disability Insurance program does allow a claimant to apply for benefits under another worker’s earnings record.

There is an obesity epidemic in the United States As a result, more people with obesity are applying for Social Security disability benefits. This includes

The onset date of your disability is a very important date in your Social Security Disability Insurance claim. The onset date can determine if you’re

According to the National Institute of Mental Health, part of the National Institute of Health, 2.6% of the U.S. adult population suffers from bipolar disorder.