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I am in manufacturing. Can I get Social Security disability benefits?

There are an estimated 12.84 million jobs in the manufacturing marketplace in the United States as of March 2020. Workers in this industry play an important role in our country’s economy since this industry is responsible for the creation of a product. Examples can include the production of furniture, textiles, electronics, computer work and food. […]

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ANOTHER STEP FORWARD FOR BURN PIT EXPOSURE RECOGNITION

Burn Pit exposure recognition has been taken up in the House and the Senate. The House has questioned VA officials regarding whether or not the VA is doing enough to help Veterans with serious injuries caused by burn pits. In the Senate, legislation has been advanced that will extend new testing and benefits of Veterans […]

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VA Housing Benefits

There are two major programs for disabled Veterans to receive assistance with modifying or obtaining a home to accommodate their service-connected disability. SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOUSING (SAH) – This is a grant program that can be used to construct a home, modify a home, or apply to a mortgage. Requirements: Click Here To Read The Full […]

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VA Housing Benefits

There are two major programs for disabled Veterans to receive assistance with modifying or obtaining a home to accommodate their service-connected disability. SPECIALLY ADAPTED HOUSING (SAH) – This is a grant program that can be used to construct a home, modify a home, or apply to a mortgage. Requirements: Click Here To Read The Full […]

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HEARINGS WITH SOCIAL SECURITY IN THE TIME OF A PANDEMIC

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all departments of the Social Security Administration, including the ability to hold in person hearings before an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). Since April, the Office of Hearing Operations has been holding hearings via telephone for those that have the capability to do so. The hearing office and local Social Security […]

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