Social Security 2026 Update
Get the latest social security updates for 2026, including amounts for individuals and couples, and key earnings thresholds.
Disability Benefits and Marriage
Imagine not being able to marry or even live with the person you love for fear of your livelihood being taken away. The documentary Patrice: The Movie shows how this is the reality for many people living with disabilities that…
Social Security 2025 Update
Explore the latest updates on social security benefits for 2025, including payment amounts for individuals and couples.
Buyer Beware: How to Avoid Scams When Applying for Government Benefits
In recent years, the number of for-profit companies preying on people with disabilities and veterans applying for state and federal government benefits has surged. These entities exploit the complexities of the benefits system, often leaving the most vulnerable members of…
Personal Injury Settlements and Disability Benefits
If you are receiving disability benefits like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you need to be aware of how the receipt of a personal injury settlement could affect your benefits. Social Security Disability Benefits Receiving…
SSA Adds 9 Medical Conditions to its Compassionate Allowances Program
For people living with rare and severe health conditions, getting fast-tracked access to Social Security disability benefits can mean the difference between life and death. Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) typically announces additions to its list of medical…
5 Reasons Why SSDI Claims are Denied
If you are applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments, it’s important to be aware of common reasons SSDI claims are denied. What Is SSDI? SSDI is a program administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA). It pays disability benefits…
Can Both Spouses Claim Social Security Disability Insurance?
Both spouses can claim Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. However, in order to do so, each spouse must independently qualify for SSDI benefits. SSDI benefits consider the work history and earnings of each person who has worked and paid Social Security…
How Are Social Security Disability Insurance Benefits Calculated?
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is a federal public assistance program that helps financially support people who become disabled. When applying for SSDI, many people want to know upfront how much they will be eligible to receive. An individual who…
Social Security and Disabled Adult Child Benefits: What to Know
The following article was featured in the print edition of Newsday on July 9th, 2024 written by Lynn Brenner. My husband and I, both 61, are thinking about how our future retirements will affect our son. He’s 31 and has…