Many people believe that Social Security benefits are available primarily for older Americans or adults with injuries or disabilities. However, California families with low incomes and few resources may qualify for Social Security Income for a child afflicted with a...
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Air evacuation from combat zones may worsen brain injury
Traumatic brain injury has become one of the most significant veterans' issues as over 330,000 U.S. troops suffered this injury over the last 15 years. It has become one of the leading causes of fatalities and injuries related to combat in Afghanistan and Iraq. A...
Vocational factor regulations for SSD benefits under review
In proposed federal regulations issued last September, the Social Security Administration solicited public comment addressing how it should consider age, education and work experience factors when making adult disability claims under the Social Security Act. The SSA...
Contaminated water tied to veterans’ injuries and illnesses
Veterans may be eligible for disability benefits for conditions unrelated to war-related injuries. In fact, everyday hazards can pose a threat to veterans requiring long-term medical care.The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs announced last month that it plans to...
Experts explore shockwave link to brain injury in veterans
A study funded by a $1.24 million grant from the Office of Naval Research Warfighter Performance Department may change the way that physicians look for brain injuries incurred in combat. A collaborative team will explore the relationship of shockwaves to these...
Social Security disability benefits are not guaranteed
Federal regulations governing Social Security disability are strict and the benefit approval process is slow and demanding. More than 68 percent of applicants were denied social security in the third quarter of 2015.Applicants must complete numerous forms and provide...
VA changes medical appointment program
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced changes to its Veterans Choice Program which is intended to address streamlining medical care of veterans. Timely healthcare has become one of the prominent veterans' issues.This program was established in 2014 to...
Social Security disability hearing wait up to 2 years
Social Security disability claimants have the right to appeal the denial of benefits. However, there are over one million hearings are pending across the United States for applicants seeking to convince administrative law judges that they are entitled to disability...
What is the appeal process for a SSA decision?
Rejecting a claim for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income may be financially life-altering. Fortunately, claimants have the right to timely appeal these decisions. If an Social Security disability application was denied, a claimant must make an...
GAO criticizes SSA overpayments
Many Americans live with a disability and need financial support. The Social Security Administration Disability Insurance program is vital because it provides workers with disabilities with cash benefits. However, a U.S. General Accounting report issued in October...
