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What happens to my SSI and or SSDI payments if I pay child support? When you become disabled, for whatever reason, it can be difficult to meet financial obligations. But what about child support and disability benefits? If you have filed for disability benefits with the Social
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Types of Employment That Affect Your SSDI Benefits While going through the process of applying for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits, it is important to consider and assess your work history. There are types of employment that affect your SSDI benefits. These benefits are available for individuals
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Your SSI or SSDI Claim is Denied, Now What? Filing for SSDI or SSI can be a daunting process that takes months, possibly years to complete. There could be nothing more frustrating than if your SSI or SSDI claim is denied. So, is a denial the end
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What is the difference between a favorable and partially favorable SSDI decision? After you spend the time to file your Social Security disability claim, it becomes a waiting game to hear back from the SSA regarding the decision. At any level, be it the Initial Application, the
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Can My Social Security Benefits Be Garnished? Once you go through the arduous process of applying and being granted Social Security benefits, if you owe debts, unfortunately, your benefits may be garnished by collectors. While banks and other financial creditors can’t touch your Social Security benefits, the
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Do I Need to Quit Work to Receive Disability Benefits? This is a question we get asked a lot. The short answer is: it depends. The number one factor regarding whether or not you need to quit work to receive disability benefits is your salary. The current
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Disability Benefits for Cardiovascular Issues You may be surprised to know that you may qualify for Disability Benefits from the Social Security Administration due to your cardiovascular medical issues. Underlying heart problems such as cardiomyopathy, arteriosclerosis, cardiac arrest, heart attacks or pericarditis may qualify you to receive
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How does Acquiescence Ruling (AR) 15-1(4) apply to Disorders of the Spine? The Social Security Administration in September 2015, released Acquiescence Ruling (AR) 15-1(4). It is a ruling that will only apply to claims within the Fourth Circuit Court in the states of Maryland, North Carolina, South
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Fibromyalgia and Disability Claims Fibromyalgia claims can be one of the most challenging applications for Social Security disability applicants to win. However, Disability Support Services has years of experience handling these claims and can help you through the entire process. Disability examiners and Administrative Law Judges are
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National My Social Security Week Annual National My Social Security Week is to educate and encourage folks to register for a My Social Security account. As a My Social Security Account holder, you will have access to online Social Security services, anytime. Why should you register for
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