For New Jersey residents who have tried to get Social Security disability benefits and had their claim denied, the disappointment can combine with worry as to what they are going to do next. For many, the disability benefits are a necessary aspect of making ends meet....
The process of filing an LTD claim under Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is not just a diagnosis. It affects every aspect of your life, including your livelihood. This, in turn, affects the children you are trying to raise and support and the home you may be afraid of losing. Unfortunately, not many insurance...
Can my family get SSD benefits based on my record?
Since many New Jersey residents see the Social Security disability process as time-consuming and difficult, they will often be happy to receive an approval and get their benefits without looking too deeply into the other possible benefits they and their family might...
What changes to SSI benefits should I be aware of for 2018?
New Jersey residents who are seeking Supplemental Security Income or are already receiving SSI benefits should know that the Social Security Administration will generally alter the amount that the recipient receives on an annual basis. Since 2018 has just begun, it is...
SSDI and SSI changes for 2018
Every year, there is a cost of living adjustment (COLA) to the amounts paid monthly for SSDI and SSI. In 2018, the increase is two percent overall.It's still hardly enough to even make a dent in living here in New Jersey, but every little bit helps. Here is a rundown...
What if I have a representative payee for my SSD benefits?
For some New Jersey residents who are seeking or already have been approved for Social Security disability benefits, it will be decided by the Social Security Administration that they need a representative payee to handle their finances. This is not done randomly and...
SSD and mental health conditions
Mental illness can be pervasive and debilitating, with symptoms striking in varying degrees impacting day to day abilities. The ever changing nature of mental illness means a one size fits all approach for diagnosis and treatment is not feasible.While you can collect...
