When the Social Security Administration (SSA) is evaluating an individual’s application for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits, it will need to determine when the individual became disabled. In addition, the SSA will need to determine whether an individual is eligible for benefits, and if so, what the individual’s benefit pay period. An individual’s disability onset … Read More »
Cancer is a terrible disease, particularly when it attacks some of our most cherished individuals: children. In fact, each year thousands of people 20-years-old or younger receive a cancer diagnosis. Cancer is the foremost cause of death due to a disease for children. Not only are children with cancer in Knoxville left fighting for their … Read More »
Knoxville veterans who have applied for Social Security disability benefits (SSD) know that the wait time can be excruciating. This is partly due to the need for the Social Security Administration (SSA) to obtain the veteran’s health care records. When the SSA is deciding whether or not to award a person disability benefits, they need … Read More »
Residents of Tennessee who are in the military or were in the military and suffered war-related injuries, or any other issue while serving, might have the right to seek Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits based on those injuries. There are certain factors that must be taken into account with veterans and Social Security Disability. One … Read More »
While having a disabling medical condition can certainly put a person in Tennessee out of commission and out of work for an extended period of time, there may be circumstances in which the recipient’s health begins to improve. When this happens, those receiving Social Security disability benefits may want to try to head back to … Read More »
When a person in Tennessee has an illness, condition or injury that renders them unable to work and earn money, the worry they will experience can be suffocating. A lifeline that many seek and receive is Social Security Disability (SSD). While some might relax when they are approved for SSD benefits, it must be remembered … Read More »
When people think of a condition that makes it impossible for a person to work, they often think of physical conditions like blindness, paralysis or amputation. While these can certainly be disabling, the fact is that you don’t have to see a condition for it to be disabling. Mental illnesses are among those conditions that … Read More »
Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be overwhelming, especially if you are already in poor health. Fortunately, these days it is possible to apply for SSD benefits online from the comfort of your own home. However, the Social Security Administration still needs certain documents, which you can either mail or take to your area … Read More »
When it comes to applying for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits in any state of the U.S., it is important to come prepared with the information one will need to complete the application. Any mistakes on an application or insufficient information could lead to a denial of the initial application and a subsequent appeal. For … Read More »
As we celebrate this Veterans’ Day in Knoxville, it’s important to remember those who gave their health or even their lives in service to our country. Some veterans who return from war have suffered disabling injuries or illnesses and are unable to work. Fortunately, there are two governmental benefits programs in place via the Social … Read More »