Social Security Disability benefits provide income to those who are unable to work. In most cases recipients of Social Security Disability benefits will receive a monthly disability payment in the form of cash and sometimes there is the possibility of enrollment in...
Los Angeles California Social Security Disability Insurance Law Blog
Woman dies when Social Security payments mistakenly end
People who depend on Social Security benefits usually rely on this income for all of their basic needs. If their Social Security coverage is delayed for some reason, this can have real life implications, and can sometimes even be devastating for the individual who...
Filing for Social Security Disability
If you or a loved one is suffering from some type of disability, you may be able to receive much-needed help in the form of Social Security Disability (SSD) income. Though not all medical problems will qualify to receive SSD coverage, if you are unable to work because...
Social Security Disability can help those who are unable to work
California residents can qualify for Social Security Disability based upon any number of medical complications. Unfortunately, many disabilities are not limited by the age of a person. This means that anyone, even younger people, may be affected by a medical problem...
Social Security Administration makes serious mistake
Though everyone makes mistakes, when the Social Security Administration (SSA) makes mistakes, those errors can have real life implications for those that depend on the agency for their income. In addition, the process of correcting SSA mistakes can be very difficult,...
National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month
As one of the most common neurological conditions affecting young adults in California and throughout the country, it is important that we take note of National Multiple Sclerosis Education and Awareness Month (NMSEAM). Because young people are disproportionately...
Paperless disability payments may leave California parents broke
This week, a U.S. Treasury Department initiative expected to save more than $1 billion over the next 10 years alone begins to affect new recipients of Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits. This means that anyone approved for disability benefits on or after this...
California judge rules for plaintiffs in disability review case
If you are already receiving Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, you may be subjected to periodic reviews of your ability to work. If the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines that you are exceeding its income level limits after conducting a work...
New criteria for Alzheimer’s may reduce diagnoses
A couple of weeks ago, we wrote about a new proposed definition of autism, which is expected to significantly reduce the number of children who are diagnosed with the disorder. Now, it appears that new criteria for a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease may have a similar...
What not to do if your SSD application is denied (two)
Last week, we shared a few things you should not do after your Social Security Disability claim has been denied. Although the prospect of an SSD appeal can be very daunting, it is important to stay focused and dedicated so that you are able to receive the...

