If you need to apply for Social Security Disability (SSD) or Veterans Disability benefits, you’ll need to collect medical evidence to support your claim. Strong, comprehensive medical records can substantiate the severity of your condition and demonstrate how it impacts your ability to work and/or perform daily activities.  The Social Security Administration (SSA) and the […]

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Many veterans with service-related disabilities are taking medications to help. For instance, a veteran who was injured in the line of duty may have chronic pain from their injuries. They may be taking medication to help manage that pain, improving their quality of life. However, veterans sometimes worry about losing their benefits if it appears […]

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Nationwide Social Security offices began a new process of opening for appointment only recently. This change has now made it to the local field offices in Alabama and Mississippi. Beginning December 2, 2024, an appointment is required for most services. For services such as a new or replacement Social Security card, you can go to […]

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The chairman of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committed is planning on bringing the Sen. Elizabeth Dole Act to the floor. This Act would increase funding for the VA for noninstitutional alternatives to nursing home care. This is bipartisan legislation intended to address the needs of family members serving as full-time caretakers. It proposes to provide […]

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Many clients often ask if their Social Security benefits can be garnished for child support. This answer depends on the kind of benefit that he or she is receiving. For those receiving Social Security disability insurance benefits, the answer is yes, the Social Security Administration may garnish a person’s benefits for child support, alimony, or […]

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