If you’re wondering whether you can receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and benefits such as unemployment or workers’ compensation in California without encountering issues, this post will help you address your concerns and answer most of your...
Los Angeles California Social Security Disability Insurance Law Blog
How does California define ‘reasonable accommodation’?
In California, employers must make changes at work to help employees with disabilities do their jobs. These changes, called reasonable accommodations, help workers without causing major problems for the employer. Knowing what counts as a reasonable accommodation can...
How do self-employed LA residents get SSDI benefits?
If you work for yourself in Los Angeles, you might wonder if you can get Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Whether you run a food truck, design websites or drive for rideshare apps, you have options. Self-employed workers can get SSDI, but you must follow...
The role of vocational experts in SSDI cases
Getting Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can be challenging, especially when you need to prove you can't work. Vocational experts play a key role in SSDI hearings in California, giving vital insights that can significantly affect your case's outcome. What...
Can you Get SSDI benefits for agoraphobia and severe phobias?
Many people with agoraphobia find it hard to step outside their homes. Basic tasks like going to work or meeting friends become a daily battle. When severe phobias stop someone from working, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) might offer needed support. ...
Can you get SSDI benefits if you have multiple sclerosis?
When multiple sclerosis (MS) starts to affect your ability to work, you might need to look at Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) for financial help. Many people with MS reach a point where full-time work becomes too hard to manage. SSDI offers a way to get...
How does the Social Security Administration address application delays?
Applying for Social Security disability benefits often takes time, causing stress for many people. The Social Security Administration (SSA) knows delays are a problem and has taken steps to process applications faster. Helping urgent cases first The SSA handles some...
How does inheriting money or property affect your SSI benefits?
Getting money or property after a loved one passes away can impact your Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits in Los Angeles. Many don't know that an inheritance might stop their monthly SSI payments. Let's explain what you need to know to keep your benefits...
Social Security benefits changes expected in 2025
As we near 2025, several changes to Social Security benefits will affect people in California. Knowing about these updates helps you plan and manage your Social Security benefits well. Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) Benefits will increase by 2.5% in 2025 due to the...
How to prove disability for rare or uncommon conditions
Proving disability for rare or uncommon conditions can be challenging, but knowing the process can help you build a strong case. Here are some things you can do to strengthen your Social Security Disability (SSD) claims for your rare condition. Gather comprehensive...