Veterans face many challenges upon returning from service to their country, and disabilities can change their lives forever. For some, they have PTSD and other mental and emotional issues that they can’t shake, based on what they saw and experienced. For others, they...
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How might a disability determination impact insurance?
For individuals who have a disability, health care coverage is often a primary concern because these conditions are usually costly. You might have private health care coverage through a former employer, but this might be cost-prohibitive because of the reduction or...
Can I claim Social Security Disability Benefits for schizophrenia?
If you have schizophrenia, this does not necessarily mean you can claim Social Security Disability Benefits (SSDI). The Social Security Administration (SSA) decides whether you get these benefits or not. Schizophrenia, like many psychological illnesses, is not easy...
Denied the Social Security Disability you need? Appeal
Appeals are an important part of the Social Security Disability (SSD) application process. If a person applies for disability benefits but does not receive them, it is their right to appeal that decision. Appealing can take a long time, which is why most attorneys...
Can you get expedited application processing for SSDI?
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is somewhat notorious for taking a long time to process claims by those seeking Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. People can wait a year or longer for a hearing, which can mean going months without benefits...
How to know if you qualify for Social Security Disability
As a result of a serious injury or illness, there may come a point when you ponder your ability to apply for Social Security Disability benefits. Since you’re unsure of whether or not you qualify, you’re likely to have a variety of questions about the Social Security...
When does schizophrenia begin?
Schizophrenia, even when treated properly, can be a disability. It makes it hard for many people to tell what is real and what is not. At any level of severity, this is a serious issue that can make it impossible to work. But when does the disease make itself known?...