As the countries demographics continue to change, some believe changes to the current Social Security system will be necessary. A new report issued by the Commission to Modernize Social Security may pave the way for these changes. The recently released report is based on U.S. Census data indicating that in the coming decades the American […]
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Social Security Reform Needed for Minorities, Report Says
Posted on November 7th, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
Social Security Administration Errors Affect One Missouri Man
Posted on November 2nd, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
Illinois residents receiving Social Security disability benefits may have experienced problems with the program. Unfortunately, mistakes are sometimes made by the Social Security Administration and those mistakes can have heavy consequences for those affected by them. Even worse, those affected are often those least able to bounce back. Those receiving SSDI Benefits may be interested […]
Millions of Dollars in Government Benefits Paid to Dead People
Posted on October 10th, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
More than $600 million worth of government benefits have been paid out for the past five years to individuals who are already dead, according to a new report from the federal Office of Personal Management (OPM). The benefits, in some instances similar to Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits, are paid to retired or disabled federal […]
Texas Alternative to SSDI Worth Noting for Illinois Residents
Posted on October 3rd, 2011 by Jeffrey Rabin
When it comes to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and serious injury, Illinois residents may want to take a look at what three counties in Texas are doing. For 30 years now, county workers have been using their own brand of Social Security, including SSDI. In addition to covering retirement, the plan also includes provisions […]