We like to use our blog as a way to update you about news and changes in Social Security Disability and Veterans' Disability Benefits, as well as to provide you with helpful information and tips.
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Why Your DD214 is Essential for Your VA Disability ClaimThe DD214 is likely the first piece of evidence the VA will look for when considering your disability claim.
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New Rules for Disability Appeal AppearancesThe SSA now has four standard “manners of appearance” for a disability hearing.
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Warning: Social Security has Strict Rules Governing WorkingIf you are applying for Social Security disability benefits, you need to know that Social Security has strict rules governing work.
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How “Aid and Attendance” and “Housebound” Can Increase Your VA BenefitsVeterans who have certain disabilities that were caused or aggravated by their military service may be eligible for additional, tax-free benefits.
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Does Ulcerative Colitis Qualify for Disability Benefits?If your UC makes it impossible for you to maintain employment, financial assistance may be available through one of the Social Security disability programs.
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Can Your Age Prevent You From Getting VA Disability Benefits?Many Veterans worry they will lose disability benefits once they hit 65, but there is no age limit on Total Disability Individual Unemployability benefits.
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Who Should Represent You for Your VA Disability Claim: Service Organization or Lawyer?An accredited VA appeals attorney offers several advantages over a VSO representative when handling your claim for VA disability benefits. Learn more here.
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The 3 Biggest Mistakes in Social Security Disability ReconsiderationMost initial applications for Social Security Disability are denied. The second phase of the application process is reconsideration.
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Spatial Disorientation PTSD & VA Disability: What You Need to KnowSpatial disorientation is a condition whose symptoms can be unsettling and include confusion, clumsiness, vertigo, and tinnitus.
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Do I Have to Testify at My Disability Hearing?Yes, you most likely will have to testify in person—most claimants are required to appear in front of the judge to answer questions about their impairments.