Atlanta Social Security Disability Law Blog
Will retirement affect your continuing disability review?
Every 3-5 Years, Social Security will review your case to make a determination of whether or not they believe you are disabled. What they are looking for is whether or not your condition has medically improved. This means medically improved to the point where you are...
Social security disability for a skin disorder
Skin disorders may not only cause pain for those who suffer, but they may also make them a candidate for Social Security Disability benefits. An important factor for qualifying is if the condition impacts a person's ability to work. Under the Social Security...
Why does the SSA review my benefits after approving them?
When you finally filed for your Social Security disability benefits in Georgia, you learn that the administration may review your Supplemental Security Income. These reviews can affect your ability to retain your SSI. The SSA completes reviews on a specific timeline...
Is my child eligible for SSD?
The world of disability benefits can be a very confusing place. There are many different programs that a person can apply for, and it is important to know the difference between all of them. A particularly touchy subject is government benefits for children....
Why was your SSD SSI claim denied?
People seeking disability benefits often think their conditions qualify as disabled. The truth is, several factors can result in the denial of your claim, even if your condition prevents you from working. First, if your condition will not last 12 months or result in...
SSD benefits paid to charity used to fund founder’s lifestyle
Those in Douglasville who are seeking Social Security Disability benefits typically only do so after exhaustive efforts to support themselves through other means. Despite all of their hard work, however, their injuries or disabling conditions may make it impossible...
How do you argue against a denied disability claim?
Georgian residents depend on Social Security Disability (SSD) when illness or injury keep them from work. Unfortunately, the SSA does not approve every SSD claim. In fact, a large number never make it past the initial request stage. What can you do to continue...
Talking to your spouse about SSD benefits
For many people, the decision to file for Social Security Disability benefits is a no-brainer. For some people in Georgia, however, this decision is more complex and the Law Office of Ellene Welsh knows there are other considerations to focus on before approaching the...
What are the two types of inflammatory bowel disease?
If you experience symptoms of abdominal pain, persistent diarrhea, weight loss and rectal bleeding, you may have inflammatory bowel disease. It affects approximately 1.3% of the U.S. population, including Georgia. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the term...
Understanding the difference between SSDI and SSI
It can be confusing to navigate federal aid programs, including those administered by Social Security. Individuals who are blind or have a qualifying disability may seek financial assistance through either the Social Security Disability Insurance program and/or the...
