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Dec. 10, 2019

If you’re looking to increase your chances of obtaining Social Security benefits, it can be helpful to have a professional working for you who knows what they’re doing. Here are some of the top reasons to hire a Social Security disability lawyer:

Dec. 10, 2019

Looking into Social Security benefits can be a very emotional process. What’s important to know before applying for Social Security is that, depending on your situation, the allowed benefits are different for everyone. To help you determine how much in benefits you will receive, we will take a closer look into 3 of the main situations where people apply for Social Security benefits.

Dec. 10, 2019

The process of applying for Social Security disability benefits might be a bit overwhelming. From meeting the specific qualifications to having the right paperwork, it’s easy to feel lost and confused.

Dec. 10, 2019

Even though you may be receiving SSI disability benefits, you may still be able to work. There are a few deciding factors on how much of your allowed benefits you can keep, but you are actually encouraged to work if you can. As we move forward, we will be discussing what exactly will happen if you work on disability and how much you can still receive.

Dec. 10, 2019

Congressman Paul Ryan (R-WI) is trying to cut more than $5 billion to the SSI program during the next ten years.

Dec. 10, 2019

In Michigan, 70 percent of individuals who apply for Social Security get denied their first time around. Whether you are applying for the first time or have already been denied, Grech Law Firm is here to help and can increase your chances of obtaining benefits the first time around.

Dec. 10, 2019

According to the Social Security Trustee report released last month, the Social Security Disability Trust Fund will run out of money in 2016. According to the latest figures, since 2009 the trust fund has been paying out more money each year than it brings in, creating a potential for insolvency. This issue is not new and reared its ugly head in 1994, when at that time, Congress took action by reallocating money from the retirement program to the disability program.

Dec. 10, 2019

If you are disabled, you most likely qualify for disability benefits. There are two forms of benefits you may be eligible for: SSD and SSI. Although they are similar, there are some notable differences between the two. So what’s the difference between SSD and SSI? The main distinctions are associated with the individual’s income and how each program is financed.

Dec. 10, 2019

Social Security will pay you and certain family members if you have worked long enough and have a medical condition that has prevented you from working or is expected to prevent you from working for at least 12 months. Obtaining Social Security disability payments can be a daunting task and going through the process alone may leave you with many questions.

Dec. 10, 2019

Applying for Social Security disability benefits can be a frustrating process and you may not even know where to begin. Like many, you’re probably wondering, “What social security disability forms do I need?” The list below is a good place to start when you’re ready to submit your application.