MDMA or "Ecstasy" is a known party drug that was popularized in the 1980's and 1990's. The drug was criminalized in 1985 when government placed the drug on the list of prohibited substances along with heroin and LSD. Though the drug is considered an illegal "street...
World AIDS Day is December 1st and the Social Security Administration, the President, government leaders, agencies, and organizations around the world are raising awareness and honoring the millions of people who are living everyday with HIV/AIDS. Those who have...
Last month marked the 40th anniversary of the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. Signed into law by President Nixon, the program was established to provide systematic financial support to help prevent poverty among the disabled and elderly. Though the program...
Increasing attention is being paid to the extended wait times faced by veterans and those in need Social Security Disability payments in Los Angeles, California and nationwide. A new bill is under review to expedite disability payments to those veterans injured...
Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be a daunting process. Even after an applicant is approved, delays could cause serious and long-term financial harm. Applicants will often be denied benefits on a first attempt and the face...
Victims of paralysis will suffer not only suffer immobility, but often experience a severely decreased quality of life. Loss of limb or the inability to move without a wheelchair or assistance can severely limit independence. Victims of spinal cord injuries...
There are 8.7 million Americans who collect benefits from the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program. The cash benefit is intended to support the disabled and elderly who are unable to work. Recipients usually have little work experience and need the benefit to...
Recent reports have found that National Guard and reserve members are more likely to face claims denials when applying for veterans' benefits. Statistics indicate a bias: the denial rate for claims filed by the reserve component combat veterans is 4 times higher than...
Since 1975, automatic adjustments have been made to Social Security disability benefits to account for inflation. According to a government report, more than 56 million Americans who now receive benefits will get a raise averaging around $19 per month, starting in...
ADHD can seriously impede a child's ability to learn and function in the day-to-day. For many parents this can mean additional expenses for tutors, education, and personal care. Children in California and nationwide who suffer from disabilities are often entitled...
