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Five Reasons to Seek a VA Disability Appeal

If you have applied for disability benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and been denied, or you received a lower disability rating than you anticipated, that does not mean it is the end of the road. By appealing your decision, you can potentially get a significantly better outcome, but you need to be able to demonstrate a legitimate reason for the appeal. Here are five reasons you may want to consider seeking a disability appeal for your VA benefits:

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What is Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA)?

One of the economic requirements to qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is to avoid engaging in Substantial Gainful Activity, or SGA for short. This means that if you want to apply for disability benefits, you must not meet the standard of SGA. But what exactly is Substantial Gainful Activity, and why does it matter? Continue reading “What is Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA)?”

How the PACT Act Might Help You Get Veterans Disability Benefits

For many veterans, the PACT Act, which was originally passed in 2022, has been a significant boon to help them get disability benefits. It has done this by easing the process for veterans suffering from health problems that, previously, might not have qualified them for benefits. But what exactly is the PACT Act, and how can it potentially help you get veterans disability benefits?

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Five Common Reasons for SSDI and SSI Denials

More than half of all applications for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are denied every year. Often, these denials are due to preventable issues that can be avoided by taking due care, or by getting professional assistance with your application. Here are five common reasons for SSDI or SSI denials that you should be wary of:

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How to Identify Potential PTSD in Veterans

No population in the United States suffers from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at a higher rate than military veterans. Despite this, it often goes unidentified and untreated due to people failing to recognize the signs, resulting in a lower quality of life and losing out on disability benefits they might otherwise be entitled to. Here are some of the ways you can identify if a veteran may be suffering from PTSD:

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Seven Psychological Issues That May Qualify You For SSDI or SSI

While most people think of disabilities in terms of physical injuries or illnesses, psychological problems may also be considered disabilities when it comes to the law. This is important, as it means people with certain psychological issues may qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. Here are seven psychological issues that may qualify you for SSDI or SSI:

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Proposed Change to “Wartime” Classification Could Affect Millions of Veterans

A proposed change to the law would dramatically affect potentially millions of veterans and their ability to access certain benefits. If accepted, it would redefine which veterans qualify as “peacetime” or “wartime” veterans, updating the law to include periods not traditionally classified as “war.” This, in turn, would allow some people to access benefits normally reserved to “wartime” veterans alone.

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Obtaining SSI Benefits For Children

While most people who apply for Social Security disability benefits are people who are already adults, there are those who need benefits far earlier. For children who suffer from severe medical problems, including developmental disabilities, they can potentially get support by applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI). But what exactly is involved in obtaining SSI benefits for children?

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Why Do Veterans Struggle With Hearing Loss?

One of the single most common medical issues faced by veterans after the end of their service is hearing loss. It is estimated that around 1.5 million veterans suffer from hearing loss, and an additional 2.3 million suffer from tinnitus. But why exactly do veterans struggle with these hearing-related issues, and what can they do to help address their problems?

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What is the Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)?

If you receive disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA), your payments will be affected by something known as the Cost of Living Adjustment, or COLA. This important metric has a major impact on how much you receive in benefits, both now and in the future. But what exactly is the Cost of Living Adjustment, and why might it matter to you?

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