The general rule is that you are ultimately responsible for getting medical records and filling out forms to support your Social Security Disability/SSI application. This is a very harsh rule and can result in unjust situations where Social Security makes incorrect decisions. FORMS After filing a Social Security Disability/SSI […]
Author: Emmett Irwin
It depends! I’m sorry, I know you are tired of hearing that, but it’s true. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will probably find you disabled if 1) you are not engaging in Substantial Gainful Activity (working and earning more than a certain amount of money per month); 2) you have a […]
Like the answer to so many legal questions, the answer to this question depends on your specific circumstances. If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) over $30 per month (at the time of this writing) then the answer is yes, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will lower your SSI payment […]
You’re in luck, you don’t have to pay any money upfront! Many lawyers, like me, give free consultations regarding Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). In fact, if you called me at 443-447-7493 right now there is a good chance we could talk about your case […]
Both Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) and Specified Low Income Medicare Beneficiary (SLMB) are programs that help needy Seniors or Disabled people with expenses related to Medicare. Medicare Part B premiums are generally paid by Medicare recipients out of their monthly Social Security checks. However, QMB and SLMB will pay those […]