Disability Benefits

As we’ve noted here many times at our blog, around 1/3 of the United States population will become disabled before they reach retirement age. Regrettably, disability sometimes occurs during childhood or in early adulthood. The Social Security Administration (SSA) has […]

It’s vital that we as a society understand that homelessness often occurs as a result of disability, mental illness, financial ruin, or even a combination of several of these factors. It’s a very depressing subject. We must raise awareness of homelessness […]

Did you know that as a wounded warrior, you can get your disability claim expedited through Social Security? This means that if you were a military service member who became disabled while on active military duty “on or after October […]

Relocating to another country, be it for work, family or any other reason, is a giant step to take. During the transition, you can be sure to expect a heap or more of complicated paperwork and changing policy documents. As […]

You may be wondering whether or not your condition qualifies for disability benefits in Florida. The answer to that question is not an easy one. There are many conditions, both physical and mental, that qualify you for disability benefits. But […]

If you have questions about how to qualify for disability in Florida, you’re not alone. While the SSA website provides a lot of detailed information, most find it difficult to determine whether or not they qualify and what steps need […]

It’s easy to get lost in the sea of information available on Florida disability benefits. This is particularly true of the SSA website, which can seem like a labyrinth of specific details. But there are some important facts that you […]

This subject may seem a little unusual for our blog, but sometimes it’s better to instruct people on  what not to do than to offer a straightforward step-by-step explanation of how to file for disability in Tampa. Why? Well, there […]

If you are disabled and unable to work, applying for disability in Florida is absolutely necessary. No one is going to do it for you. It is up to you to apply for the benefits you need and deserve. But, […]

An unfortunate interaction with an administrative law judge (ALJ) has left Gulf War veteran Shawn McMurray “tormented.” An article by Jeremy Schwartz describes McMurray’s experiences as he was berated by ALJ Gary Suttles, who hears SS disability appeals in the […]