http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com Just another A Blog Town weblog Tue, 12 Jan 2010 12:02:04 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Q: How do people care and feed for their families, while they wait for a social security disability benefits claim approval? A: The application review process for social security benefits can take anywhere from a few months to few years. Most cases take on average about 3 months to ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2010/01/12/social-security-benefits-questions/ Q: Can I get Social Security benefits for partial disability? A: There aren't many short, simple answers when it comes to Social Security benefits. But this question has one; and that answer is "no." Though some other federal and state programs offer benefits to the partially disabled, social security benefits do ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2010/01/10/partial-disability-earnings-and-treatment-questions-about-social-security-benefits/ Q: Will SSI benefits stop if you start working again? A: SSI benefits are intended for those with limited resources and income. If you become employed again, your earnings may reduce or discontinue your SSI benefits. If you earn more than the amount Social Security deems as Substantial Gainful ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/12/22/can-a-social-security-lawyer-help-assure-application-is-expedited/ Q: What can you do to get by financially when your claim for social security disability is still being processed? A: It can take quite some time for an application for social security disability to go through the review process. Finding ways to get by in the meantime can ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/12/20/what-is-the-best-way-to-apply-for-social-security-disability/ Q: Do I need to have a social security attorney to apply for disability benefits through social security? A: Not every disability case requires the services of a social security attorney. A fair number of applications submitted for social security disability benefits are not approved. If your case is ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/12/19/will-a-social-security-attorney-help-your-claim/ Q: What does the application interview for social security disability benefits entail? A: The first thing that will happen after you file for social security disability is the scheduling of the initial interview. This interview is the starting point for your case manager to gather pertinent information regarding your ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/12/14/if-your-case-is-denied-after-reconsideration-do-you-need-a-social-security-attorney/ Q: Will hiring a social security lawyer decrease the chances that my disability claim will be denied? A: Having a social security lawyer on your side does not assure that you will be awarded social security disability benefits. If you have a social security lawyer, you can be ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/11/24/can-a-social-security-lawyer-help-with-a-missed-hearing/ For people who can no longer work because of a disability or who get injured at work, we have a financial provision for them in the U.S. Social Security Disability payments are paid to people because of this financial provision. The person has to be disabled enough so that they ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/11/16/social-security-disabilityapplying-for-social-security-disabilityare-you-eligible-for-social-security-disabilityyour-spouse-and-social-security-disabilitychildren-of-social-security-disability-r/ Q: Who qualifies for social security benefits when on disability? A: To receive social security benefits due to an injury, you must meet some requirements. You must have been working and insured at the time of your injury. You must have been employed for five out of the previous ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/11/15/who-qualifies-for-social-security-benefits/ Q: If I get Supplemental Security Income benefits, will my children get them, too? A: When applying for Social Security (whether you work with a social security lawyer or navigate the process on your own), you need to keep in mind the differences between Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplement Security ... http://attorneysforsocialsecuritydisability.ablogtown.com/2009/10/26/bring-these-questions-to-your-social-security-lawyer/