Imagine that you are unable to move efficiently around your house. Imagine too that your mobility disability is so severe that you cannot even leave the house without assistance. Now think about the dozens of scooter commercials you’ve seen on the television in the last few years. A device like that could change your life […]
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Scooters and Medicare fraud: how this problem could affect you
Posted on April 5th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
Recent SSD publicity highlights struggle for people on program
Posted on March 29th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
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 […]
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 […]
New online services available for my Social Security account members
Posted on January 25th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
The Social Security Administration made an important announcement this month that it has finally expanded the services available online for people who have my Social Security accounts. Along with the personalized online account, users will now be able to access their benefit verification letter, payment history, and earnings record instantly through their online account. The […]
What effect does marriage have on SSD benefits?
Posted on January 18th, 2013 by Jeffrey Rabin
With talks about the Social Security gap widening, and questions rising about whether there will be enough money in the system in twenty years, many beneficiaries are now wondering whether a change in marital status could negatively affect their ability to receive benefits. The answer to this question is a little tricky because it depends […]