At the Social Security hearing, an administrative law judge often enlists the assistance of a vocational expert who has the job of figuring out what occupations are available for people with certain disabilities. If the disability by itself is not severe, it is up to this expert to determine how much the disability would impede …

Recent Increase in Identify Thefts and How this Can Affect Your Social Security Benefits In this age of high speed internet, accessibility to online records and the multitude of web-friendly services like people searches and online shopping, identify theft is becoming more and more prevalent. It’s simple; there is more information readily available about you …

Efficiency is the goal, but claimants are advised to pursue their claims now to get a more fair process. The SSA has published its Final Regulations, making significant changes to the Social Security Disability determination process and procedure. These changes went into effect August 1, 2006. The following is a summary of the changes in …

Did you know studies show that a 20-year worker has a 3-in-10 chance of becoming disabled before reaching retirement age? What is SSI? SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income. Social Security administers this program. The program pays monthly benefits to people with limited income and resources who are disabled, blind or age 65 or older. …

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