If you have a child who is disabled, he or she may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). The SSA offers Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which is a needs-based disability benefits program that does not require a work history. Because children have no employment history, they can only qualify for SSI...
If you are 60 or older and a disability prevents you from working, you can maximize your Social Security retirement benefits – and you may find it easier to be approved for disability also. This post will outline how you can qualify for disability benefits and hold off on your retirement benefits at the same...
An amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) diagnosis is a difficult and devastating diagnosis for those affected by the disease and their families. There is no cure for ALS. As ALS progresses, so do the medical bills and the need for intensive care. This blog will detail how recent legislation may help those living with ALS access...
Fifty and fabulous. There is no doubt that many people get better with age, adding wisdom and experience to their life skills as well as their resumes. But if the unthinkable happens, or if you’ve been struggling with a debilitating condition for years, turning 50 could mean the difference between being approved for disability benefits...
September is Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Month. About 250,000 children and adults in the U.S. are living with muscular dystrophy. This blog will take a look at muscular dystrophy, including how this incurable condition qualifies for Social Security disability benefits with the help of an experienced attorney. Disability Attorney Nebraska If you are unable to work...
A Cognitive impairment can make it difficult to hold down a job and support your family. Ranging in severity from mild memory loss to full-blown dementia and other life-altering symptoms, cognitive impairments can result from a brain injury, illness, or age. This blog will provide an overview of the different kinds of cognitive impairments and...
