Social Security

10.19.2011
Social Security Cost of Living adjustment

Social Security recipients will be receiving a cost of living increase of 3.6 percent, the first increase since 2009, beginning in next year. The cost of living or COLA adjustment is tied to a measure of inflation.

For more details you can visit the Social Security website at http://www.ssa.gov/cola/
09.02.2011
Sjögren’s Syndrome

Sjögren’s Syndrome is an autoimmune disease where an individual’s white blood cells attack moisture-producing glands. The disease is in the national sports spotlight as Venus Williams recently withdrew from the US Open after having been diagnosed with the disease.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder or PTSD is an anxiety disorder that some individuals develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Others may develop the disorder after a person close to them experiences danger, is seriously injured, or dies suddenly.
03.31.2011
Can I work and still receive SSDI benefits?

This is a frequent question we get from clients. The Social Security Administration encourages individuals to try to return to work. The Trial Work Period “TWP” allows you to return to work for a period of 9 months (and not necessarily consecutive months) during a 60-month period and still receive your ...
03.23.2011
Medical reports

Since the claimant has the burden of proving disability in a social security case, it is very important to have medical reports and a Medical Source Statement or Residual Functional Capacity form, that list specific restrictions, that are supported by the medical record.

I often receive notes from treating physicians indicating the claimant "can not work" or is "totally disabled". ...

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