Our readers in Los Angeles who are familiar with previous posts here know that certain people who qualify may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. But, what they may not know is that family members may be able to claim benefits based on an applicant's...
Los Angeles California Social Security Disability Insurance Law Blog
Adjusting the amount of Supplemental Security Income payments
Los Angeles residents who depend on Supplemental Security Income are living on tight budgets. After all, to qualify for SSI benefits to begin with Los Angeles residents must have severely limited financial resources. These individuals and families depend on their...
What happens to your SSD benefits if you get married?
Individuals who receive SSD benefits have faced many challenges in their lives. Dealing with a disability can be very hard, and the process to obtain benefits is not an easy task. In the event that they are approved, nearly any change in their situation can impact the...
Comprehensive service when applying for SSD benefits
Some Los Angeles residents may attempt to apply for Social Security Disability benefits on their own. And then, when their application is denied, they may be looking for answers - or they may just give up. Our readers need to know that there are multiple levels to an...
Understanding the SSD Benefits Process
Filing for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can seem overwhelming, but if you qualify for those benefits you don't want to miss out on getting them. They could make a significant difference in your financial situation and help ease your stress levels. Spouses...
What if an inability to work is limited to one job; not all jobs?
Many Los Angeles residents have found themselves in a situation where they have developed a disability and they are facing a complete inability to work at the job they have held for years. Such a situation can trigger many emotions, from fear to anger to despair. But,...
Taking your claim for SSD benefits through the appeals process
A previous post here discussed some important changes that are being made to the appeals process for Social Security Disability claims. As many of our Los Angeles readers know, the majority of claims for SSD benefits are denied at the initial application stage....
What you need to know about applying for disability benefits
For people who are out of work due to a serious injury or illness, the promise of receiving Social Security Disability benefits can seem like a lifesaver. These payments provide crucial support at a time when it is needed most. The process of obtaining the benefits is...
Three common myths about Social Security Disability Income (SSDI)
Although you may have heard from well-intentioned friends or acquaintances that SSDI is always denied, your benefits will equal your income, or a host of other things, the truth is more complicated. You should consult an attorney who has experience with SSDI claims...
Can a traumatic event lead to a disabling mental impairment?
There are whole fields of medicine that focus on the study of how people develop mental impairments. There are so many different mental impairments that it can be hard to understand them all, but the medical community's knowledge of mental impairments is increasing...

