Introduction Are you seeking answers to the question, “Is CMT a disability?” If you or a loved one is contending with this hereditary condition that affects the nerves in your limbs, you might qualify for disability benefits. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies of Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease
The national average for Social Security Disability hearing approvals is 48%. I’m sure this is not the kind of percentage you were hoping for. There are several factors that go into whether you win or lose your hearing. Some are within your control and some are out of your control.
Hiring an attorney can be scary. You are asking someone to represent you with a legal issue that affects your life! If you are like most people, you’ve had very little if any interaction with attorneys or the legal process. So how will you know what to expect throughout the
The simple answer is yes. If you are unhappy with the legal representation you are receiving you can always withdraw from an attorney. However, doing so may have some ramifications on your claim. First, it could delay a decision being made on your claim. This is because the Social Security
Imagine this scenario – you’ve been paying FICA taxes for as long as you can remember. Then you get into a situation where you are unable to continue working. You remember receiving a statement in the mail from Social Security that said if you became disabled right now this is
Social Security is a federal program that provides financial benefits to retired or disabled individuals. This program was set up by the federal government and is required for all workers to earn an income. The purpose of the program is to provide financial assistance for an individual when they reach
If you receive a denial from Social Security you may be asking yourself what’s next? There are two different types of denials that the Social Security Administration (SSA) uses. The first is a technical denial. This means you don’t meet the technical requirements to qualify for Social Security disability (SSD)
Approximately 1 in 4 Americans between the ages of 25 and 54 are not working. This includes those individuals who are unable to work as well as those who are actively looking for work but unable to find a job. If you happen to fall into the unable to work
Every year the Social Security Administration (SSA) releases its statistics regarding approvals and denials of disability claims. They recently released the 2014 disability statistics. Some of the percentages show almost a rubber stamp denial of claims. But these numbers are not much different from 2013. The chart shows the average
Navigating the Tax Season with Social Security Disability Benefits As the calendar flips to tax season, it ushers in a period brimming with questions and complexities, particularly for recipients of Social Security Disability Benefits. Among the myriad of concerns, one query stands out with persistent regularity: Is social security disability
