Complicated regulations and procedures make navigating the Social Security disability system a challenging and frustrating endeavor. Fewer than one-third of the applications seeking benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance program are approved in the initial review process. Many factors contribute to this high rate of benefit denials, including applicants with work records that are..
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Understanding The Disability Appeal Process: What To Expect
It’s a devastating feeling to have waited weeks or months for your application to go through the Social Security Disability review process and receive a letter denying the claim. Knowing that the Social Security Administration denies more than two-thirds of the claims it receives for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits does not lessen the disappointment..
Working Part-Time on Social Security Disability: What’s Allowed?
The Social Security Administration encourages working while on disability through work incentives. The incentives minimize the risk of losing benefits you receive through the Social Security Disability Insurance and Supplemental Security Income programs. Part-time work SSDI incentives and SSI incentives have different rules. The American Disability Action Group disability lawyers in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Tennessee,..
Reinstating SSI: How Long Does the Process Take?
Supplemental Security Income is a needs-based program administered by the Social Security Administration to assist people with limited income and resources. An interruption in benefit payments can quickly lead to financial hardship for beneficiaries. Two methods exist to reinstate SSI benefits. Expedited reinstatement applies when your benefits ended because of a specific reason, such as..
Applying for Social Security Disability in Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide
Texas residents living with a disabling medical condition that prevents them from working and earning the money needed to support themselves may find financial relief through the Social Security Disability Insurance program. According to the Social Security Administration, 477,00 disabled workers and almost 86,000 of their spouses and children receive Texas disability benefits through the..
Essential Preparation for Your Disability Hearing
More than two-thirds of the applications for benefits through the Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income programs result in a denial of the claim. Many applicants turn to the appeal process to convert an unfavorable decision into an approval of their claim. According to the Social Security Administration, 45.4% of appeals to the..
How Much Will You Get in SSDI or SSI in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, and Louisiana?
If you’re applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), one of the first questions you may have is: How much will I receive each month? While both programs are federally administered, your monthly payment can vary depending on your work history, income, and even which state you live in. For..
Your Rights Under the American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark federal law that protects the rights of individuals with disabilities in many areas of life. If you are living in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, or Louisiana, the ADA applies to you and helps ensure equal access, opportunity, and protection against discrimination. At the American Disability..
Reasonable Accommodations in the Workplace: What You Should Know
If you’re an individual with a disability, federal law gives you the right to request reasonable accommodations that allow you to perform your job effectively. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protects this right and applies to workers across the country, including in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Tennessee, Texas, and Louisiana. Understanding how to request accommodations—and..
Navigating Medicaid and Medicare for Individuals with Disabilities
For individuals with disabilities, accessing affordable healthcare is critical—but navigating the differences between Medicaid and Medicare can be confusing. Both programs offer important benefits, but they serve different purposes, have different eligibility requirements, and may work together in some cases. At American Disability Action Group, we aim to empower individuals in Arkansas, Oklahoma, Mississippi, Tennessee,..