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Type 1 Diabetes and Disability: Status, Benefits, How to Claim

Diabetes is a serious condition that can progress in many people to become totally disabling. The Social Security Administration (SSA) fully recognizes that both Type I and Type II diabetes can qualify for either or both Social Security Disability (SSD) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. To distinguish between disabling cases of diabetes and those that do not meet the…

Social Security Disability Review After Age 50 And 60

A great sigh relief may have been your response to receipt of the notice from the Social Security Administration approving your claim for disability benefits. It may have taken months and the efforts of a disability lawyer at NY Disability, so it’s perfectly understandable for you to feel as though the fight is finally over. Unfortunately, federal law and regulations…

How Much Social Security Will I Get At Age 63?

If you are 63 years old and thinking of early retirement or have been forced to stop working because of a disability, you may be worried about how much Social Security benefit at age 63 is available to you. The Social Security Administration manages the retirement benefits system and the Social Security Disability Insurance program that pays monthly benefits to…

How To Apply for Long-Term COVID Disability Benefits

The development of vaccines and new types of treatment protocols mean that people who do develop COVID-19 generally get better and have shorter recovery periods than at any time since the start of the pandemic. However, some people are not as fortunate and either develop new or have recurring symptoms. So-called “long-haulers” have COVID-related symptoms that continue to persist. The…

Was Your Claim For Depression Disability Benefits Denied?

Depression affects the lives of more than 17 million adults each year. Depending on its severity, depression could prevent you from performing work activities. Therefore, it is one of the leading reasons for a claim for depression disability benefits through the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) programs. If your claim for depression disability benefits was…

How Much Does a Child with Autism Get from SSI?

Parents with children who suffer with autism should know their child is eligible to receive monthly benefits from the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program because of their disability. The severity of the disability is an important factor because Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) afflicts children to varying degrees. Some kids living with a milder experience on the autism spectrum may find…

What is Supplemental Security Income?

Adults and children who are blind or disabled may qualify to receive monthly payments through the Supplemental Security Income program. SSI benefits may also be available to people who are not blind or disabled provided they are 65 years of age or older and meet other eligibility criteria. What distinguishes SSI from other programs administered by Social Security that provide…

What Happens To My SSD Benefits When My Child Turns 18?

During our decades as professional Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD or SSD) lawyers, our team of experienced SSD attorneys has answered a lot of questions about how benefits change under different family circumstances. The Law Offices of Daniel Berger wants you to be fully informed and to understand all there is to know about your Social Security Disability benefits. Only…

How Much Can I Earn On SSD?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD) can be crucial to your financial survival when you cannot work and earn a living because of a disability. If applying for SSD while working, even if part-time or at a job paying much less than you earned before becoming disabled, you need to consult with an SSD attorney at NY Disability. The money you…