Acceptable Medical Sources for a Social Security Disability Evaluation
Because the Social Security Administration (SSA) mainly uses medical evidence to determine eligibility for disability …
Can the IRS or Creditors Garnish Your Disability Benefits?
Concerned that the IRS (or creditors) could garnish your disability benefits? There’s no sense in …
How Bankruptcy Affects Your Disability Check
If you’re receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), you probably …
Bad Reporting, Flawed Data Reinforces Negative Disability Stereotypes
It’s unfortunate, but true: Disability stereotypes are almost always inaccurate, and even worse, they’re unfair. …
Can Illegal Immigrants Get Federal Benefits?
People often accuse “illegal immigrants” of taking up too much U.S. taxpayer money through federal …
How to Avoid Falling for a Disability Scam
Like death and taxes, scams are a fact of life — but that doesn’t mean …
Proposed Trump Budget Cuts Disability Benefits
Last year, the President promised not to cut Social Security or Medicare spending during his …
Infographic: How Disabled Americans Get Healthcare Assistance
Maybe you applied for disability benefits, but haven’t yet heard back from the Social Security …
How Amputees Can Qualify for Disability Benefits
Amputees face certain challenges when looking for gainful employment. Depending on the amputation type, certain …
How Are VA Disability Rates for Depression Determined?
Anyone with depression knows how debilitating it can be. Among the most common U.S. mental …
