Disabled at Work? Find Out How Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp Intersect
If you suffer an on-the-job injury, there are several types of benefits that may be available to help you. Two of the most common resources…
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If you think fewer folks are getting approved…you're right
The annual conference of the National Organization of Social Security Claimants' Representatives produced some new and depressing statistics, even though anyone who represents claimants undoubtedly…
Read More Increase in SSI amount
The Social Security Administration just announced that the monthly amount of SSI will increase to $710, beginning in January 2013. Good news for SSI recipients!
Read More What to Expect at Your Hearing: Part 2
In my last blog post, I talked about what to expect in the first part of your hearing, when you are questioned by both the…
Read More What to Expect at Your Hearing: Part 1
A common concern of my disability clients about to go to hearing is what's going to happen there, which is a topic I spend a…
Read More Statistics show Portland and Eugene in the bottom five cities in the United States for processing of disability applications
It takes 465 days, from the date you request a hearing until the date you receive a decision from your hearing (482 days in Eugene). …
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