The Social Security Administration’s (SSA) Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program is a need-based program that specifically targets individuals who have little income and few assets. Persons who wish to apply for SSI benefits must meet certain income and asset criteria. To apply for SSI benefits, you can possess only $2,000 in assets if you are […]
Social Security Disability for Crohn’s Disease
Crohn’s disease is a condition marked by chronic inflammation of the entire digestive system, all the way from the mouth through the alimentary canal. The condition causes ulcers along the gastrointestinal tract, especially in the large and small intestinal areas. Crohn’s disease is not the same as Inflammatory Bowel Disease or IBD. Rather, the term […]
How to Choose a Disability Lawyer
Having the right disability attorney on your side is crucial to the success of your Social Security disability benefits claim or appeal. It all comes down to whether your disability lawyer has experience winning the type of claim that you have. Remember, no two claims are alike. The Social Security Administration (SSA) apply different criteria […]