Can I apply for Social Security disability and early retirement at the same time? Should I? Balin Law lays out the pros and cons.
Working while disabled or when your claim is pending is a delicate balance. Social Security Disability benefits are for people who are unable to work. However, because claimants still need to eat and have a roof over their heads, stopping work entirely isn’t always realistic.…
Super Lawyers has named two Balin Law attorneys for the 2nd year in a row; principal attorney, Paulette Balin and attorney Matthew Shupe. Shupe has been on the Super Lawyers list of “Rising Stars” for 8 straight years.
While waiting for a Social Security disability claim to be decided, a person might return to work for different reasons. Bills that need paid might be piling up exponentially, or a person might feel their condition has improved to a point where they can return…
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a 5.9% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for 2022. This means that people on Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are about to get a 5.9% increase in their benefits for 2022. We have listed some example dollar amounts from…
In honor of the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (the ADA), the Biden Administration announced increased support for COVID Long Haulers who struggle with the lingering effects of COVID-19. As part of this support, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…
Under COVID-19, the Social Security Administration announced an Emergency Measure for SSI recipients. Learn more about the COVID-19 financial assistance exclusions for SSI eligibility and recipients.
If you are experiencing COVID-19 Long Hauler symptoms, you may be eligible for Social Security Disability and/or Long-Term Disability benefits. Learn more about Long Hauler symptoms and your options here.
If you have been diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), you may be wondering if it’s possible to receive disability benefits. We’ll discuss an overview of this condition along with addressing common questions that relate to Social Security disability.