Why is it always easier for someone to think the worst of someone else? Is it a matter of trust or is there something deep seeded in our culture that causes us to quickly judge what we don’t understand? These are questions some people here in Illinois may be asking themselves after a recent publication […]
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Recent SSD publicity highlights struggle for people on program
Posted on March 29th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
What affect is the sequester having on SSD and SSI benefits?
Posted on March 22nd, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
In the weeks leading up to March, people across the nation were introduced to a term they had probably never heard before: sequester. Although it carried little meaning for a majority of people, including many here in Illinois, there was still an air of fear about it; it sounded ominous and whatever it was, it […]
How are people reacting to the new direct deposit system?
Posted on March 13th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
From Social Security to Supplemental Security Income, just about everyone across the nation, including here in Illinois, are well aware of the Social Security Administration’s switch to direct deposit for just about every type of benefit. But while there are still some concerns over whether the switch will work as well as planned, the overall […]
Discord among SSD workers could have an effect on disability-claims
Posted on March 8th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
For months now, the Social Security Administration has gloated about the vast improvements that the agency has undergone over the course of the last few years. They’ve saved money by cutting office hours and switching to direct deposit. And by adding more illnesses and disabilities to the Compassionate Allowances list, they’ve also decreased the wait […]
How do I know if my mental impairment qualifies for SSD benefits?
Posted on March 1st, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
We see this question come up time and time again from clients wondering if they are eligible for valuable disability benefits from the federal government. Because the Social Security system is so complex, the process can often times be frustrating-even for the most seasoned of people. To see how Social Security determines whether a mental […]